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Lessons Learned for Engaging Latino Families in Community-Based Programs
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Reyes Peralta, Alejandro; Ali Hurtado Choque, Ghaffar; Reicks, Marla; Alvarez de Davila, Silvia; Soltani, Darya – Journal of Extension, 2023
A family-skills program for Latino fathers and youth was implemented to prevent youth obesity. Lessons learned focused on practices to address barriers to engagement and retention among fathers and youth within the Latino community. Program development issues included selection of organizations, facilitators, language, and delivery methods.…
Descriptors: Hispanic Americans, Family Involvement, Health Promotion, Fathers
Feasibility of Implementing a School Nutrition Intervention That Addresses Policies, Systems, and Environment
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Bergman, Jacqueline J.; Linnell, Jessica D.; Scherr, Rachel E.; Ginsburg, David C.; Brian, Kelley M.; Carter, Rosemary; Donohue, Susan; Klisch, Shannon; Lawry-Hall, Suzanne; Pressman, Jona; Soule, Katherine; Zidenberg-Cherr, Sheri – Journal of Extension, 2018
We conducted a process evaluation of the Shaping Healthy Choices Program, a multicomponent school-based nutrition program, when implemented in partnership with University of California (UC) CalFresh and UC Cooperative Extension (UCCE). There were positive impacts on participating students, but results varied across counties, possibly due to…
Descriptors: Nutrition Instruction, Comprehensive School Health Education, Partnerships in Education, Extension Education
Empowering Youth to Take Charge of School Wellness
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Hughes, Luanne J.; Savoca, LeeAnne; Grenci, Alexandra – Journal of Extension, 2015
Youth Advisory Councils (YACs) ensure that students are represented in school wellness discussions. YACs empower students to present ideas, insights, and input on nutrition and physical activity; work alongside peers to assess wellness needs; and develop recommendations for enhancing/expanding the school wellness environment. YACs provide a…
Descriptors: Extension Education, Youth Programs, Student Empowerment, Nutrition
Partnering with School Nutrition Professionals to Promote Fruit and Vegetable Intake through Taste-Testing Activities
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Cirignano, Sherri M.; Hughes, Luanne J.; Wu-Jung, Corey J.; Morgan, Kathleen; Grenci, Alexandra; Savoca, LeeAnne – Journal of Extension, 2013
The Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act (HHFKA) of 2010 sets new nutrition standards for schools, requiring them to serve a greater variety and quantity of fruits and vegetables. Extension educators in New Jersey partnered with school nutrition professionals to implement a school wellness initiative that included taste-testing activities to support…
Descriptors: Nutrition, Food, Eating Habits, Food Standards
Teen Pregnancy Prevention Programs: Linking Research and Practice.
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Johns, Marilyn J.; Moncloa, Fe; Gong, Elizabeth J. – Journal of Extension, 2000
Assessments of schools and community agencies with teen pregnancy prevention programs (n=23) in three California counties were conducted using surveys, interviews, and site visits. Best practices identified included youth development programs, Involvement of family and other caring adults, and culturally appropriate and locally relevant…
Descriptors: Adolescent Development, Adolescents, Cultural Relevance, Early Parenthood