It’s still the dog days of summer so it’s hard to believe that the first day of school is right around the corner. Soon, the kids will be wrapping up the lazy days of summer and the fun of summer camps and family vacations to prepare for ... READ MORE
Category: Money Matters, , WORK & LIFEBy Samantha Kennedy, UF/IFAS Extension Wakulla County Studies have shown children who receive proper nutrition perform better in school. When it comes to packing school lunches, the possibilities are endless. However, not all possibilities ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, WORK & LIFEThrough the efforts of Sherry Balchuck, Wakulla Family Nutrition Program (FNP) Assistant and Tiffany Torres, NW District FNP Farm to School Coordinator, Medart Elementary now has raised bed and hydroponic gardens. Sherry offers ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS Extension, WORK & LIFEHealthy School Lunch Packing the kids’ lunches for school means you know which nutritious foods they are eating. Here are some budget-friendly, creative ideas to keep kids happy and healthy at lunchtime. Make a “Smarter” Sandwich: While ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, WORK & LIFESchool Lunchtime(SNAP Education Photo Gallery) Do you have a child or grandchild who eats meals at school? Do they come home hungry and complain about the meals they are served? Have you taken any time to explain how the lunchroom food ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, WORK & LIFEIt’s time to start getting backpacks ready, lunches packed and kids off to school. Back to school time is the perfect time to start packing a healthier lunchbox. Packing your child’s lunch may contribute to the difficulties of getting ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, WORK & LIFEHands-on Food Preparation and Nutrition Education for Limited Resource Families & Youth. EFNEP Makes a diffence in health and saves money in Wakulla... click here to view EFNEP'S impact in Wakulla County. READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Money Matters, WORK & LIFE