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Operating as usual
02/14/2023
A message from our Associate Director CACS Early Childhood Programs, Dr. Nobles on next steps for early childhood programs following MSU active shooter emergency.
CACS emergency response message with next steps from Dr. Nolana Nobles Emergency response message with next steps for families, following MSU active shooter emergency from Dr. Nolana Nobles of Capital Area Community Services
CACS received notification from The Office of Head Start regarding action taken via a final rule.
This final rule includes the removal of the requirement for universal masking for all individuals aged 2 or older. This final rule does not address the vaccination and testing requirement, which is still under review. The vaccine requirement remains in effect.
This final rule is effective January 6, 2023. More information to follow!
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11/12/2022
CACS would love to thank Sugar Smart Coalition and MI Health Matters- MSU Extension for the Healthy Drinks Healthy Kids messaging!
11/12/2022
Healthy Drinks, Healthy Kids
and have 5 tips for serving healthier drinks to kids. Which tip will your family use?
For video description, go to: https://bit.ly/3N3kyoa
For more information, visit: https://healthydrinkshealthykids.org/parents/
Sugar Smart Coalition MiHealth Matters Healthy Choices Catch On Michigan State University Extension-EFNEP Healthy Eating Research
https://youtu.be/x-qjrgUSxXo
5 Tips for Healthy Kids Drinks (Visually Impaired) Just because it is a “kid’s drink” does not mean that it is actually healthy for kids. Here are 5 tips for healthy kids drinks.Learn more at www.healthydrink...
11/09/2022
Healthy Drinks, Healthy Kids!
Drink water and they will, too. Choose water over sugary drinks to show your children the way to a healthy future!
(Knowing where your drinking water comes from, how it’s been treated, and if it’s safe to drink is important. Your local health department can provide information about groundwater conditions and options for water safety and quality testing.)
For more information: https://healthydrinkshealthykids.org/parents/ Sugar Smart Coalition MiHealth Matters Healthy Choices Catch On Michigan State University Extension-EFNEP Healthy Eating Research
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"Drink water and they will, too!
Picture of mom and young child drinking a glass of water."
We are looking forward to celebrating with our education partners tomorrow!! Thank you PNC and Fenner Nature Center for all you have done to make the Lending Library such a wonderful addition to our classroom learning!!!
11/07/2022
Healthy Drinks, Healthy Kids
Two- to five-year-olds get more added sugars per day than is recommended and sugary drinks are the #1 reason. (https://bit.ly/3CIpZ73) Swap out sugary drinks and make water and plain milk the go-to choices!
For more information, visit:https://healthydrinkshealthykids.org/parents/
Sugar Smart Coalition Healthy Choices Catch On
Michigan State University Extension-EFNEP Healthy Eating Research
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How much sugar is in your child’s drink?
1 sugar cube = 1 teaspoon
Pictures of drinks showing how many sugar cubes are in each.
Tap or bottled water = 0 sugar
Sports drink = 2 sugar cubes
Lemonade = 6 ¼ sugar cubes
Soda = 10 ½ sugar cubes
Fruit punch = 11 ½ sugar cubes
We are looking forward to celebrating with Fenner and PNC this week! This hands on learning opportunity provided by The Grow Up Great Grant, is thought provoking, engaging and wonderful ways to learn alongside our students !!
11/04/2022
CACS would love to hear your feedback about the MSU Extension Healthy Drinks, Healthy Kids campaign!
Please share your thoughts in a 30-minute virtual focus group and survey! Participants will receive a cookbook mailed to them for their participation😃
11/04/2022
Healthy Drinks, Healthy Kids!
Swapping store-bought lemonade for homemade lemon water is a healthy option. Try adding different flavorings like lemon, mint, basil or ginger for a fun twist.
For more information, visit: https://healthydrinkshealthykids.org/parents/
Sugar Smart Coalition MiHealth Matters Healthy Choices Catch On Michigan State University Extension-EFNEP Healthy Eating Research
Knowing where your drinking water comes from, how it’s been treated, and if it’s safe to drink is important. Your local health department can provide information about groundwater conditions and options for water safety and quality testing.
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Make the switch! Swap store-bought lemonade for homemade lemon water. Illustrations of sliced lemons.
11/02/2022
Healthy Drinks, Healthy Kids!
Low-fat or fat-free plain milk is a great drink option for kids. If your child doesn’t prefer milk, try serving it in cool glasses, with a fun reusable straw, or ice cold!
For more information, visit: https://healthydrinkshealthykids.org/parents/
Sugar Smart Coalition MiHealth Matters Healthy Choices Catch On Michigan State University Extension-EFNEP Healthy Eating Research
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Make milk fun! Serve it in a fun glass, with a straw, or ice cold. Photo of a pitcher of milk near a tall glass of milk and a small jar full of milk.
10/31/2022
Healthy Drinks, Healthy Kids
Lead by example and choose water when being physically active with kids!
For more information, visit: https://healthydrinkshealthykids.org/parents/
Sugar Smart Coalition MiHealth Matters Healthy Choices Catch On Michigan State University Extension-EFNEP Healthy Eating Research
Knowing where your drinking water comes from, how it’s been treated, and if it’s safe to drink is important. Your local health department can provide information about groundwater conditions and options for water safety and quality testing.
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Choose water for the whole family! Illustrations of two adults and one child practicing yoga near three water bottles.
10/28/2022
Happy National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week!
The city of Lansing is recognizing National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week by performing targeted outreach! Areas of focus and households with children will learn and receive resources from the 'Lead Safe Lansing' program😀
This Program began in 2007 and uses HUD funds to provide repairs to Lansing homes that have problems with lead-based paint. We are excited to include CACS and Head start families in these efforts!
For more information go to: https://www.lansingmi.gov/346/Lead-Safe-Lansing
10/28/2022
Healthy Drinks, Healthy Kids
Use a bit of fruit to make this refreshing sugar-free drink! What fruit will you add?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A-6qNYp8Lww
For more information, visit: https://healthydrinkshealthykids.org/parents/
Sugar Smart Coalition MiHealth Matters Healthy Choices Catch On Michigan State University Extension-EFNEP Healthy Eating Research
Berry Infused Water Do you have extra berries? Make a refreshing sugar free drink! ’d love to hear your feedback! After watching this...
10/26/2022
Healthy Drinks, Healthy Kids
Wondering if it's a sugary drink? Check the label for Added Sugars: 5% or below is better, NO Added Sugar is best! Fewer sugary drinks today lead to a healthier tomorrow!
For more information: https://healthydrinkshealthykids.org/parents/ Sugar Smart Coalition MiHealth Matters Healthy Choices Catch On Michigan State University Extension-EFNEP Healthy Eating Research
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Read the label to find out if your drink includes Added Sugar. Picture of nutrition label through a magnifying glass. "Includes 9 grams of added sugar' is highlighted in yellow.
10/24/2022
Healthy Drinks, Healthy Kids
Healthy Eating Research and 1000Days tell us that for kids older than age 1, a little bit (4 - 6 ounces) of 100% fruit juice is okay, but eating slices of fruit is even better!
For video description, go to: https://bit.ly/3w9Yq5w
For more information: https://healthydrinkshealthykids.org/parents/ Sugar Smart Coalition MiHealth Matters Healthy Choices Catch On Michigan State University Extension-EFNEP Healthy Eating Research
Is Juice Good For My Kids? (Visually Impaired) Juice is not recommended for kids under the age of 1. A little bit of 100% fruit juice is okay for kids older than age 1 but eating slices of fruit is even b...
10/22/2022
CACS teaching staff attended a workshop at Fenner Nature Center!
Fenner Nature Center has created learning kits, called provocations, for CACS head start teachers to check out. This program was generously funded by PNC Grow Up Great Foundation!
These kits help deepen play based learning and exploration🔎
10/21/2022
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-TkQCNl2Bvg
Healthy Drinks, Healthy Kids
Making smoothies and shakes is a simple way for kids to experiment with their favorite fruits and vegetables, or try new ones! Follow this easy recipe to make your own nutritious strawberry shake at home!
For more information, visit: https://healthydrinkshealthykids.org/parents/
Sugar Smart Coalition MiHealth Matters Healthy Choices Catch On Michigan State University Extension-EFNEP
Strawberry Shake Try this simple, refreshing way to enjoy Michigan strawberries!We’d love to hear your feedback! After watching this video, please complete this three-questio...
10/19/2022
MSU's FirstStep2Health study invites you to learn about healthy eating and lifestyle habits!
Join MSU nurse, Dr. Jiying Ling, in her study of weight and lifestyle behaviors 😀
If you are interested, learn more at: https://bit.ly/3lATL7p
or Call/Text 517-914-7592
10/19/2022
Healthy Drinks, Healthy Kids
Stay hydrated on the go! Pack a reusable water bottle that you can fill up throughout the day to make sure you're getting enough water.
For more information, visit: https://healthydrinkshealthykids.org/parents/
Sugar Smart Coalition MiHealth Matters Healthy Choices Catch On Michigan State University Extension-EFNEP
Knowing where your drinking water comes from, how it’s been treated, and if it’s safe to drink is important. Your local health department can provide information about groundwater conditions and options for water safety and quality testing.
10/17/2022
Healthy Drinks, Healthy Kids
Did you know consumption of sugary drinks has been linked to a more sedentary lifestyle? To help kids stay active, try reducing the number of sugary drinks they consume.
For more information, visit: https://healthydrinkshealthykids.org/parents/
Healthy Choices Catch On Michigan State University Extension-EFNEP
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Ditch sugary drinks to help keep kids active. Illustrations of a jump rope, a water bottle, a hand weight, and a yoga mat.
10/14/2022
Healthy Drinks, Healthy Kids
Making fruit-flavored water at home is a fun way to help your kids drink more water. The possibilities are endless! What would be their favorite fruits to add? (Knowing where your drinking water comes from, how it’s been treated, and if it’s safe to drink is important. Your local health department can provide information about groundwater conditions and options for water safety and quality testing.)
For more information: https://healthydrinkshealthykids.org/parents/ Sugar Smart Coalition Michigan State University Extension-EFNEP Healthy Eating Research Choices Catch On
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Glasses of ice-cold water with slices of lemons, oranges, and strawberries. Text: Think water is boring? Think again! Add slices of fruit or vegetables to make delicious flavored water.
10/12/2022
Healthy Drinks, Healthy Kids!
Water has no calories and does not contain added sugar. Water can also help improve physical, mental and emotional health.
For more information, visit: https://healthydrinkshealthykids.org/parents/ State University Extension-EFNEP
Knowing where your drinking water comes from, how it’s been treated, and if it’s safe to drink is important. Your local health department can provide information about groundwater conditions and options for water safety and quality testing.
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Choose to improve your health. Choose water! Illustration of a water drop wearing a superhero cape and tights.
10/10/2022
Healthy Drinks, Healthy Kids
Did you know on average youth consume about 143 of their daily calories from sugary drinks? These are empty calories that have no nutrients and are of little to no value to our health. These beverages include soda/pop, lemonade, fruit punch, sports drinks and others.
For more information, visit: https://healthydrinkshealthykids.org
Healthy Choices Catch On Michigan State University Extension-EFNEP
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Sugar is in more drinks than you think. Images of a spoonful of sugar and a pile of sugar cubes.
10/07/2022
Happy Kids Music Day!🎧🎹🎷
Today is a day to honor the importance of music education for kids!
Music education benefits:
-helps increased attention span🧠
-helps improve fine motor skills
-helps improve reading comprehension📖
-helps teach multi-tasking
-promotes creativity🎨
-helps language development🗣
-helps relieve stress😌
Make sure to listen to your children's favorite song with them today
Kids Music Day
Exciting STEM Kit News!! 📰
Our October Kits have been distributed! Kits will be for both EHS children and Preschool age! This month we are investigating SOUND!!!
Thank you to our generous partners in education!
The Dart Foundation, and Impression 5 Science Center
10/05/2022
Healthy Drinks, Healthy Kids
It might surprise you to know that many kids' drinks have too much sugar. Healthy Eating Research and share how to swap them out and make water and plain milk the go-to beverages!
For video description, go to: https://bit.ly/3CJY9aA
For more information: https://healthydrinkshealthykids.org/parents/ Sugar Smart Coalition MI Health Matters- MSU Extension Healthy Choices Catch On Michigan State University Extension-EFNEP Healthy Eating Research
https://youtu.be/i0gOY_8-99Y
How To Swap Out Sugary Drinks Many kids drinks have too much sugar and should be swapped out for a healthier option. Here are some tips!
10/05/2022
Healthy Drinks, Healthy Kids
On average, kids are drinking more than 30 gallons of sugary drinks each year - enough to fill a bathtub! Did you know this can lead to tooth decay and other health issues in children? When your children are thirsty, consider a cold glass of water instead.
(Knowing where your drinking water comes from, how it’s been treated, and if it’s safe to drink is important. Your local health department can provide information about groundwater conditions and options for water safety and quality testing.)
For more information: https://healthydrinkshealthykids.org/parents/ Sugar Smart CoalitionMI Health Matters- MSU Extension Michigan State University Extension-EFNEPHealthy Choices Catch On
Healthy Eating Research
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Sugary drinks include fruit-flavored drinks, sweetened water, soda, sports drinks, lemonade, energy drinks, sweetened coffee and tea. Illustrations of each sugary drink.
10/05/2022
Healthy Drinks, Healthy Kids
Hello, Head Start families in Ingham, Shiawassee, Clinton, and Eaton Counties! With so many choices, it can be confusing to know which drinks are healthy for our kids. We're excited to partner with and to bring you 6 weeks of tips and information on how to reduce sugary drink consumption and help set your kids on the path to healthy growth and development.
(Knowing where your drinking water comes from, how it’s been treated, and if it’s safe to drink is important. Your local health department can provide information about groundwater conditions and options for water safety and quality testing.)
The information in the campaign materials is supported by Healthy Eating Research, a national program of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. The views shared in the Healthy Drinks Healthy Kids campaign do not necessarily reflect the views of the Foundation.
Sugar Smart Coalition MI Health Matters- MSU Extension MSU Federal Credit Union
Healthy Choices Catch On
Healthy Eating Research
09/16/2022
Happy National Working Parents Day!!
CACS Head Start would like to commemorate the working parents for everything they do and for the important role they play in their children's life❤️
09/16/2022
CACS Head Start Faculty is excited for the new school year📝⭐️
09/16/2022
CACS Head Start is happy to be back!!
Take a look at some of our adorable children's excited faces to learn😁
09/10/2022
Teachers and Families!!! Check out the giveaway our friends at the Literacy Coalition have going on today!!!
Non-profit to give out thousands of free books Everyone in the Lansing area community is invited to attend.
09/09/2022
Former Walter French School in Lansing to become affordable housing The state is helping Lansing fight a statewide affordable housing shortage by putting $5 million toward the redevelopment of the old Walter H. French Junior High School.
09/07/2022
Some of our students showed their EXCITED faces for the first day of school!!
Head Start and Early Head Start promotes school readiness skills and social and emotional experiences. Take the time to have conversations with your children about the emotions they experienced during their first day.
Welcome back Head Start students 😊
09/06/2022
Our Director, Dr. Nolana Nobles wants to wish everyone a great first day tomorrow!!✍🏼📕
Head Start was created as part of President Lyndon Johnson’s ‘War on Poverty’ agenda to help children from disadvantaged families become as school ready as their more affluent peers. The program is administered by the Office of Head Start which is part of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) in Washington, D.C.
Capital Area Community Services, Inc. (CACS) began providing Head Start services in 1965 with an 8 week summer program for preschool children (ages 3 – 5 years). Today, the Head Start program provides school year and full year programming options. In 2000, CACS added Early Head Start services for infants and toddlers (ages birth – 3 years) and pregnant mothers.
Currently, CACS serves 1,761 children in Clinton, Eaton, Ingham, and Shiawassee counties.
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