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3ES GRANT
Presented by:
Rolando Hernandez Child Nutrition Director
Maritza Medina Accountant1CelebrationSouth Texas Educational
Technologies was one of the few winners in the region of the 2012-
2013 3Es Grant awarded by the Texas Department of Agriculture.
2What is the 3Es Grant?
The 3Es Grant Program was initiated by the 81st Texas
Legislature to provide funding to schools and organizations that
promote better childhood health and nutrition programs in the fight
against obesity. The objective of the program is to increase
awareness of the importance of good nutrition, especially for
children, and to encourage childrens health and well being through
education, exercise, and eating right (3Es). 3Our Winning Proposal
Includes:
Kids participate in physical fitness activities. Jumping Rope
Running / Walking Ball Games Sit up / Push ups
Kids will earn KidsGrow Bucks Exercising
4Our Winning Proposal Includes:
Educating our kids about Food NutritionVegetables My Plate Right
choices on fresh fruits Nutrition Nugget
5Our Winning Proposal Includes:
Healthy Eating Fresh Fruits Fresh Vegetables Whole Grains My
Plate
6KidsGrow Farmers Market
Kids will use their KidsGrow bucks to purchase healthy foods at
the KidsGrow Farmers Market.
7KidsGrow Farmers Market Layout
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When is the KidsGrow Farmers Market taking place?The bi-annual
KidsGrow Farmers Market will travel to each of our three campuses
and deliver healthy fruits, nuts, and vegetable choices to
developing minds and bodies on the following dates:
H1 McAllen Nov. 29, 2012 & March 21, 2013H2 Weslaco Nov. 28,
2012 & March 20, 2013 H3 Harlingen Nov 27, 2012 & March 19,
2013
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Project BenefitsThe project will reap stronger and more
physically fit bodies and will also inspire students to try new
foods. Will educate kids in making healthy food choices. The
process reinforces critical thinking and basic skills associated
with math, reading, science, and good citizenship.
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Questions/Comments?Rolando Hernandez
[email protected]
Maritza [email protected]
For more information check out the KidsGrow Farmers Market
webpage on our website at www.stet.co.Thank you for your
attention!
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