Farm to School Month
Farm to School Month is in October - how will you celebrate? Click about to watch a video from Connecticut Ambassador Zaide on her ideas around Farm to School!
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Fall into Fall Activities
After being named a State Ambassador, I had the opportunity to attend the 2016 National Student Ambassador Summit this summer. We learned a lot of ways to incorporate physical activity into our day. W...
Students at a Dairy Farm
Check out Ambassadors Bobby and Amaris on their trip to a Florida Dairy Farm!...
Telling Your Story
Maryland Ambassador Wisdom tells his story with a special video! Click above to watch, then share your story in the comments!...
Empower Youth Now!
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Several exciting activities took place at the GENYOUth 2016 Florida Youth Empowerment Town Hall at the Raymond James Stadium, home of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Walking into a room filled with many change makers...
Reflections from a Fuel Up to Play 60 Graduate
About 6 years ago, I had the opportunity to speak at the foundation meeting for the owner of the Atlanta Falcons, Mr. Arthur Blank. I got to share my Team Tiger story and how with dedication and determination I...
New Hampshire Ambassadors at the FUTP 60 Student Ambassador Summit!
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When I first got out of the car after driving from New Hampshire to Purdue University in Indiana, I was what you would call a jumble of nerves. I had excitement, nervousness, and was a little fearful about what...
Speaking at the American Jersey Cattle Association Annual Meeting
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A few months ago, I got an email from Fuel Up to Play 60 asking if I could give a speech at the Annual Meeting for the American Jersey Cattle Association - in San Diego, CA! It just so happened that I was alrea...
A Few Words about a Healthier School Lunch
I love food. My taste usually puts me in the mood for eating fruits and veggies instead of unhealthy options, and I’m fortunate that the food I enjoy is nutritious.
I know that not everyone shares my love fo...
Have a Healthy Summer
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It's officially summer! If you are finishing out your school year soon, make sure you finish strong! I am guessing everyone has been active and eating right during school, but the real question is, how will you...
New State Ambassador at the NFL Draft!
Hello, my name is LaDainian and I am the 2016 Illinois State Ambassador for Fuel Up to Play 60. I was introduced to this wonderful program by my physical education teacher, who believed that I could become the ...
Happy Father’s Day
My dad works on our family dairy farm. I guess the best way to describe my dad’s job is that of manager – although he really does so much more! He works very hard every single day, so it’s a good thing he loves...
Presenting at the PHA Summit
Recently I had the pleasure of attending the Partnership for a Healthier America (PHA) Summit in Washington, DC. It was an incredible experience start to finish and at points even surreal!
It was a regular w...
Ambassadors in DC (Part Two)
I was invited to participate in the annual meeting of the President’s Council on Fitness, Sports and Nutrition (PCFSN) on May 16, 2016 in Washington, DC. The day started off at the Hubert Humphrey Building wher...
Ambassadors in DC (Part One)
Community, Eat Smart, Getting Active, Leadership, Making Healthy Changes, School Breakfast, Sports, uncategorized
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Last fall I was invited by FUTP 60 to participate in a youth panel for the President's Council on Fitness Sports and Nutrition. I gladly agreed and over the next several months participated in conference calls,...