The FruitGuys Farm-to-School Program

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It's that time of year... happy summer break to all!

We had a blast at a nutrition pep rally to promote healthy food choices to elementary students. Check out this segment from Good Day Sacramento!

Nutrition Pep Rally on GoodDay Sacramento TV A Marysville Elementary School is holding a pep rally to promote healthy food choices.

Today, we salute those who have served and sacrificed for our nation. Honor, celebrate, and remember.

They put a red carpet on the lunch tables for a 'welcome new students' show. If only every lunch period was as entertaining!

Atlanta Middle School gets hype over new red carpet! A video showing incoming 5th graders at Atlanta’s Ron Clark Academy doing the Milly Rock down a red carpet has set social media on fire.

Moving TED Talk connecting nutrition and education in an effort to make sure future generations thrive. (12 min)

Want kids to learn well? Feed them well What can we expect our kids to learn if they're hungry or eating diets full of sugar and empty of nutrients? Former White House Chef and food policymaker Sam Kass discusses the role schools can play in nourishing students' bodies in addition to their minds.

As the weather gets nicer, why not head out for a hike? Many people often think of steep inclines, big backpacks, and rugged terrain, but you can make your hike as difficult or as easy as you like! Always carry water and a light snack—fruit and nuts are perfect! While hiking is a great way to get your blood pumping, take time to appreciate where you are and enjoy the sights and sounds of nature.

Did you know California produces between 1-3 billion pounds of strawberries every year? This accounts for 80% of the fresh and frozen strawberries grown in the U.S. That’s a lot of berries! Lucky for us, strawberries are coming into season right now. You may have already seen them in the grocery store or at farmers markets!

Kids who bike to school might be a little tired at first, but the fact that their heart is pumping means their brain is getting good blood flow and will be wide awake and ready to learn. So what are you waiting for? Encourage children to don their helmets and go for a ride!

Get on your 🚲 and ride! is Wed 5/10. Register your school to be entered into drawings! http://www.walkbiketoschool.org/

Walk & Bike to School Day is May 10! Ten lucky schools who register their Bike to School Day event will be selected to win 10 Schwinn SmartStart bikes and 20 Schwinn helmets. Drawings run through the end of May.