Healthy Kids Challenge

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In schools and communities, Healthy Kids Challenge® creates and guides actions to help kids and families Eat, Move, and Enjoy a Healthy Balance™. Healthy6 activities and tips are one of the ways HKC makes teaching healthy habits easier.

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  • Breakfast
  • Fruits & Veggies
  • Drink Think
  • Smart Servings
  • Active Play
  • Snack Attack
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HKC Director Earns MDPA Hall of Fame Recognition!
Vickie James
Congratulations to Vickie James, HKC Director for helping children eat better!

Recipe Contest
10th Anniversary Middle School Recipe Contest Open!
 "Stir Up Health" with MyPlate

The contest is a great classroom learning experience.
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Healthy Kids Challenge® Blog

New School Lunch Rules: It’s a Win-Win Not a War 

I’ll be the first to admit that Healthy Kids Challenge makes it a top priority to create, and recognize, win-win situations when it comes to the health of our children. Regarding the final USDA rules for school lunch, they are a huge step forward in improving school nutrition. They also serve to create a win-win in the middle of an overall “food fight” mentality:
  • Win by eating more fruits, veggies, whole grains, and low-fat dairy
  • Win by eating less fat and sodium
  • Win by serving proper portions
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Vickie L. James RD LD - HKC Director’s blog

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