June 13 at 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Free
In this lesson, students will be introduced to MyPlate and given opportunities to complete activities related to dairy, protein and physical activity. To extend the lesson and involve their families, students will also receive the “Are you a BBB (Best Bone Builder)?” self-assessment activity sheet and “The Protein Scene” puzzle worksheet, which includes a recipe.
The Growers’ Academy is a sixteen-week course which includes classes on topics such as soil preparation, nutrition, and community responsibility. Each class includes a 45-minute classroom lesson and 45 minutes working in the Center’s new Community Garden. The Growers’ Academy and Community Garden are sponsored and fully funded by our partners, CF Industries.