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The SWITCH program provides a systematic method to help schools develop strategies to plan, implement and operate school wellness programs on their own โ with additional support provided through partnership with ISU Extension and Outreach, Iowa 4-H. This institution is an equal opportunity provider. For the full non-discrimination statement or accommodation inquiries, go to www.extension.iastate.edu/diversity/ext.
04/19/2024
Great to have our SWITCH ambassadors back on campus today as we wrap up our program year. They did a great job presenting their projects and also got to tour the Iowa State University State Gym and Dining Services. Iowa 4-H
The SWITCH Ambassadors at United Comunity School help Sally with Taste Test Tuesday for this chew week!
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04/01/2024
It's April Fools day and the start of National Humor month which is a perfect time to discuss laughter and your health! The latest episode of The SWITCH It Up Podcast has dropped and it's all about the importance of humor and laughter on your health! You won't want to miss this special episode, "Two Clowns & a Mic"
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The SWITCH It Up Podcast helping listeners switch up what they do, view and chew. Debbi Cooper is our guest talking all things laughter! Laughter and humor are a crucial part of having good health and wellness. This episode kicks off national humor month with Debbi Cooper, retired Iowa Department of Public Health specialist, clown and lunch lady. Sally and Debbi talk about the im...
03/29/2024
We wish you, your students and families a Happy Easter!
03/18/2024
Don't miss this episode of the SWITCH It Up podcast to hear how Earlham Community Schools infuses the many wellness concepts of SWITCH for much of their school and staff! Thanks to Kristin Sheffield for being our latest guest on this edition of the podcast! Iowa 4-H
The SWITCH It Up Podcast helping listeners switch up what they do, view and chew. Kristin Sheffield, director of teaching and learning at Earlham, Iowa Community Schools shares how their district has embraced the SWITCH messages of switching up what you "do", "view" and "chew" with all their K-8 students. Earlham has incorporated wellness initiatives across their school to change...
03/11/2024
Have you tried the 2024 SWITCH Dance?
SWITCH Dance 2023-24 with Music This is the full SWITCH Dance for schools to utilize.
03/04/2024
We are kicking off National Nutrition month with a special guest on the latest episode (Cooking & Eating Healthy for the entire family) on The SWITCH It Podcast. Dr. Maren Wolff shares her expertise as a clinical dietician and professor in Food Science and Human Nutrition at Iowa State University.
The SWITCH It Up Podcast helping listeners switch up what they do, view and chew. On this podcast, Sally Shaver DuBois, School Wellness Specialist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach 4-H stirs up conversations for listeners how they can switch up what they do, view and chew to live a healthy, active lifestyle in this busy ...
Alli has a clue & a question for you about one of our SWITCH Cooking School recipes during this chew week! Iowa 4-H Allison Henry
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02/19/2024
Our first Chew week begins today. What can you do to encourage kids to consume healthier choices?? Below are some snack ideas!
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| Monday | 8am - 4:30pm |
| Tuesday | 8am - 4:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8am - 4:30pm |
| Thursday | 8am - 4:30pm |
| Friday | 8am - 4:30pm |