Safe & Healthy Kids Wellness and Nutrition

Exciting news! 🎉Sanger Unified Expanded Learning Program sites were recognized by with a 2025 LEAP Award for achievements in supporting healthy eating and active living.

These sites partner with Fresno’s CalFresh Healthy Living program and the FCSS Wellness and Nutrition team to plan and implement health promotion projects.

The following sites in Sanger Unified have been recognized:

-Centerville Elementary School, Special Recognition for Physical Activity
-Del Rey Elementary School, Special Recognition for Physical Activity
-Fairmont Elementary School, Special Recognition for Nutrition and Physical Activity
-Jackson Elementary School, Special Recognition for Nutrition and Physical Activity
-Jefferson Elementary School, Sanger, Special Recognition for Nutrition and Physical Activity
-John S Wash Elementary, Special Recognition for Physical Activity
-Lincoln Elementary School, Sanger, Special Recognition for Nutrition and Physical
Activity
-Lone Star Elementary School, Special Recognition for Nutrition and Physical Activity
-Madison Elementary School, Special Recognition for Nutrition and Physical Activity
-Ronald W Reagan Elementary School, Special Recognition for Nutrition and Physical Activity
-Sanger Academy Charter School, Special Recognition for Nutrition and Physical
Activity
-Sanger West High School, Special Recognition for Nutrition
-Sequoia Elementary School, Special Recognition for Nutrition and Physical Activity
-Washington Academic Middle School, Special Recognition for Nutrition and Physical Activity
-Wilson Elementary School, Special Recognition for Nutrition and Physical Activity

Congrats on all of your hard work!

Healthy Fresno County

🏀🚴 September is about more than awareness—it’s about action! Kids need at least 60 minutes of activity daily for a healthy body and mind.
Whether it’s biking, dancing, swimming, or just playing outside, every step counts! 🏃‍♂️💃
➡️ What’s your child’s favorite way to move? Share below and inspire other families!

Exciting news! 🎉Parlier Unified Expanded Learning Program sites were recognized by with a 2025 LEAP Award for achievements in supporting healthy eating and active living.

These sites partner with Fresno’s CalFresh Healthy Living program and the FCSS Wellness and Nutrition team to plan and implement health promotion projects.

The following sites in Parlier Unified have been recognized:

-Cesar E Chavez Elementary School, Special Recognition for Nutrition, Physical
Activity, and Family Engagement
-John C Martinez Elementary School, Special Recognition for Nutrition, Physical
Activity, and Family Engagement
-Mathew J Brletic Elementary School, Special Recognition for Nutrition, Physical
Activity, and Family Engagement
-Parlier High School, Special Recognition for Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Family Engagement
-Parlier Junior High School, Special Recognition for Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Family Engagement
-S Ben Benavidez Elementary School, Special Recognition for Nutrition, Physical
Activity, and Family Engagement

Congrats on all of your hard work!

Healthy Fresno County

Exciting news! 🎉Kings Canyon Unified Expanded Learning Program sites were recognized by with a 2025 LEAP Award for achievements in supporting healthy eating and active living.

These sites partner with Fresno’s CalFresh Healthy Living program and the FCSS Wellness and Nutrition team to plan and implement health promotion projects.

The following sites in Kings Canyon Unified have been recognized:

-A.L. Conner Elementary School¸ Special Recognition for Physical Activity and Family Engagement
-Alta Elementary School, Special Recognition for Nutrition, Physical Activity, and
Family Engagement
-Citrus Middle School, Special Recognition for Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Family Engagement
-Dunlap School, Special Recognition for Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Family
Engagement
-General Grant Middle School, Special Recognition for Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Family Engagement
-Great Western Elementary School, Special Recognition for Nutrition, Physical
Activity, and Family Engagement
-Jefferson Elementary School, Reedley, Special Recognition for Physical Activity and Family Engagement
- Lincoln Elementary School, Reedley, Special Recognition for Nutrition, Physical
Activity, and Family Engagement
-Navelencia Middle School, Special Recognition for Nutrition, Physical Activity, and
Family Engagement
-Orange Cove High School, Special Recognition for Nutrition, Physical Activity, and
Family Engagement
-McCord Elementary School, Special Recognition for Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Family Engagement
-Reedley High School, Special Recognition for Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Family Engagement
-Reedley Middle College High School, Special Recognition for Nutrition, Physical
Activity, and Family Engagement
-Riverview Elementary School, Special Recognition for Nutrition, Physical Activity,
and Family Engagement
-Reedley High School, Special Recognition for Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Family Engagement
-Reedley Middle College High School, Special Recognition for Nutrition, Physical
Activity, and Family Engagement
-Riverview Elementary School, Special Recognition for Nutrition, Physical Activity,
and Family Engagement
-Washington Elementary School, Reedley, Special Recognition for Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Family Engagement

Congrats on all of your hard work!

Healthy Fresno County

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🥑🎉 Happy National Guacamole Day! 🎉🥑

Whether you like it chunky, creamy, with a kick of spice, or loaded with extras, today is all about celebrating the mighty avocado dip we all love. 🥙🌮🍹

👉 Drop your favorite guac recipe (or your secret add-in 👀) in the comments!
👉 Or just tell us — do you prefer it with chips, tacos, or straight off the spoon?

Let’s give guac the spotlight it deserves today. 💚

🥦🍎 Fuel kids for success! A balanced plate means more energy, better focus, and stronger growth. This month, encourage children to fill half their plate with fruits and veggies. 🌽🍓
Together, we can fight childhood obesity—one meal at a time! 💚
💬 What’s your child’s go-to fruit or veggie?

🍫✨ Happy International Chocolate Day! ✨🍫

Whether you love it dark, milk, white, or filled with gooey goodness, today is the perfect excuse to treat yourself! 😍

What’s your go-to chocolate indulgence? 🍩🍫🍪
👇 Drop your favorite chocolate treat in the comments! 👇

Exciting news! 🎉Kerman Unified Expanded Learning Program sites were recognized by with a 2025 LEAP Award for achievements in supporting healthy eating and active living.

These sites partner with Fresno’s CalFresh Healthy Living program and the FCSS Wellness and Nutrition team to plan and implement health promotion projects.

The following sites in Kerman have been recognized:

-Kerman Middle School, Special Recognition for Physical Activity
-Liberty Elementary School, Special Recognition for Nutrition and Physical Activity
-Kerman High School, Special Recognition for Physical Activity
-Goldenrod Elementary School, Special Recognition for Nutrition and Physical
Activity

Congrats on all of your hard work!

Healthy Fresno County

Exciting news! 🎉Mendota Unified Expanded Learning Program sites were recognized by with a 2025 LEAP Award for achievements in supporting healthy eating and active living.

These sites partner with Fresno’s CalFresh Healthy Living program and the FCSS Wellness and Nutrition team to plan and implement health promotion projects.

The following sites in Mendota have been recognized:

-McCabe Elementary School, Special Recognition for Physical Activity
-Mendota Elementary School, Special Recognition for Physical Activity
-Mendota High School, Special Recognition for Physical Activity
-Mendota Junior High School, Special Recognition for Nutrition and Physical Activity
-Washington Elementary School, Mendota, Special Recognition for Physical Activity

Congrats on all of your hard work!

Healthy Fresno County

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Healthy habits start at home! Small changes—like cooking meals together, reducing screen time, or going for an evening walk—can make a big difference in a child’s health. 🚶‍♀️🍇
This , let’s commit to building healthy routines as a family. ❤️
➡️ Try one new healthy habit this week and tell us how it goes!

🥳🌰 Happy National Macadamia Nut Day! 🌰🥳

Today we’re celebrating one of the world’s most delicious and nutrient-packed nuts. 🥥✨ Known as the “king of nuts,” macadamias are rich in healthy fats, fiber, and antioxidants — plus they taste amazing in everything from cookies to trail mix! 🍪🥗

👉 Fun fact: Macadamia trees can take 7 years to produce their first crop, which makes every crunchy bite even more special. 🌳💚

How do you enjoy your macadamias? Roasted, baked into sweets, or straight from the bag? Share your favorite way below! 👇