As parents, we all want our kids to meet their full potential, today and as they grow into adults.
One of the most effective ways to realize that goal is to make sure that every child in every school has access to healthy, high-quality food.
At its best, school food not only combats hunger and obesity, it improves academic and athletic performance, reduces disciplinary problems, and teaches kids a life skill as fundamental as math and reading.
Since 2010, local nonprofit Real Food for Kids has championed healthy food and nutrition education in Arlington, Fairfax and other D.C. area school districts. Real Food for Kids has engaged thousands of area students in its educational programs, and successfully advocated for new salad bars, healthy entrees and elimination of sodas in vending machines in Fairfax County schools.
To kick-off the new year, we’re throwing a Back to School celebration and you’re invited!
Join Real Food for Kids Executive Director Jenn Yates and TV-personality/Chef David Guas at his award-winning Bayou Bakery in Courthouse on Thursday, October 3, 5-7 p.m. for a fun evening of apps, drinks and a dash of southern charm!
This event supports Real Food for Kids’ efforts to fight childhood hunger and obesity, and to ensure access to healthy foods and nutrition education in schools.
Real Food for Kids pursues this mission by:
- Working with school leaders to identify and overcome challenges faced by food service departments
- Teaching Pre-K through high school students healthy eating habits through fun activities and events
- Uniting parents, school and elected officials to prioritize our kids’ health
Come raise a glass with parents, elected officials and other community leaders from across the region, and learn more about Real Food for Kids’ advocacy for healthy kids.
For more information and to register, visit https://bit.ly/2lNcBeF.
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