White House Garden Harvest
“Really! Are you serious? I am going to the White House!” I exclaimed. I could’ve fainted with shock.
At the Fuel Up to Play 60 National Student Ambassador Summit, I entered the Land O’ Lakes Farm to School ...
Making Your Mark
The four days that I spent a Purdue University was jam-packed full of fun and learning. I participated in a smoothie blend-off and my team won. My prize was a Waring double waffle-maker. A few of the ot...
10 Steps to Fuel Up to Play 60 Success
Hello, this is Prescott, a Student Ambassador over in New Hampshire. I’ve recently moved here from Minnesota, the state I represented at the FUTP 60 National Summit. In case you’re not sure or don’t remember, F...
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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Students at a Dairy Farm
Check out Ambassadors Bobby and Amaris on their trip to a Florida Dairy Farm!...
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...
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...
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,...
FUTP 60 Graduation
Senior Youth Council Member Kaylene from Colorado is graduating! She decided to share some of her wisdom she’s learned throughout her time with the program – check it out!
1. When did you join the ...
Change Happens with Healthy Students
We kids are the future of this country. One day we will run all the nations, discover new resources, and change the world as we know it. All these things and more can only be accomplished if we receive the mean...