We have a few different formats that we can use for a Chefs 2 Schools visit. The most common is our more interactive visit, in which our Chef and dietician prepare a sample of a healthy dish utilizing a fruit or vegetable that is our food focus of the month. We typically try to tie this back in to something that is offered on our menus. This is our most popular version of the Chefs 2 School event. Typically, we host around 30-50 students at these visits. Students get the opportunity to see the chef in action, the chef uses a few student volunteers to assist him, the dietician reviews nutrition education facts regarding the dish, and students get to
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In 2008, Disability History and Awareness instruction weeks were established for all schools in Florida, to occur during the first two weeks in October. School districts are required to designate the first two weeks of October as Disability History and Awareness Weeks and also promotes providing instruction for students in all public schools to expand student knowledge, understanding, and awareness of individuals with disabilities, disability history, and the disability rights movement. Here’s a document from the Florida Department of Education to get you started. DisabilityEtiquette101
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READ MORE →Smart Snacks Implementation Materials As a reminder, the Smart Snacks policy became effective July 1, 2015. Please review the following documents for information on how your local unit will need to consider the food items you may choose to sell and what times during the day and evening that will be allowed on DCPS property. Rules Smart Snacks Rule – FAQ – updated 4-8-15 Smart Snacks Rule – FAQ 4-7-2015 DCPS Board Agenda Item – Adoption of Smart Snack Food Regulations UDSA Competitive Food Regs (Smart Snack) and Florida Rule (FDACS 5p-1 003) – Summary of Changes 6-1-2015 Info Tools Schools Focusing Smart Snacks Smart Snacks in Schools Resources Alliance for a Healthier Generation Smart Snack Product Calculator
READ MORE →As a reminder, the Smart Snacks policy became effective July 1, 2015. Please review the following documents for information on how your local unit will need to consider the food items you may choose to sell and what times during the day and evening that will be allowed on DCPS property. This information has also been distributed to all school principals. 4-7-2015 DCPS Board Agenda Item – Adoption of Smart Snack Food Regulations Smart Snacks Rule – FAQ – updated 4-8-15 UDSA Competitive Food Regs (Smart Snack) and Florida Rule (FDACS 5p-1 003) – Summary of Changes 6-1-2015
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