Project Summary
Purpose of Project
Although we live in one of the world’s wealthiest nations, one in every five children go to bed hungry, not knowing where their next meal is coming from. As an FCCLA chapter ending childhood hunger became each member’s ultimate goal! Through this project we hope to make an outstanding impact on the lives of children! Our goals are to educate the community of Elizabeth, Colorado and raise funds to support the "No Kid Hungry" organization.
Relationship to FACS
This project relates directly to the Family and Consumer Science curriculum and several of the National Standards for Family and Consumer Sciences. Through many of the courses taught at Elizabeth High School including; Foods I, Foods II, and Catering the importance of nutrition and healthy life styles are taught. Through Personal Finance and Personal Living, the topics of budgeting and balanced house holds are emphasized. Finally, the Child Development curriculum relates to
the "No Kid Hungry" campaign in teaching young adults how to care for not only a child but themselves and learn healthy habits.
Relevant Research
The research behind "No Kid Hungry" is astounding. It is unimaginable that children in this thriving nation suffer from hunger when resources are not limited, but rather the connection between families and these resources. For more information view http://nokidhungry2.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/Childhood-Hunger-Infographic-final.pdf
We asked the following questions about childhood hunger as we began our “No Kid Hungry” project
Background Information
After contacting Susan Stevens Food Service Director of the Elizabeth School District we learned that breakfasts are served daily for $1.75 Per Breakfast (Includes milk) no charge for students who qualify for the Free and Reduced Lunch Program. In the Elizabeth School District 21.5% of students qualify for reduced school breakfasts and lunches.
Goal of Project
After researching and understanding the full affect that "No Kid Hungry" has on the children all around us our goals have become evident supported by the dedication and persistence of Elizabeth High School FCCLA members
Goal 1: Raise $2,000.00 to donate to the "No Kid Hungry" Organization
Goal 2: Collect 100+ canned food items to donate to our local Food Bank
Goal 3: Receive a good turn out from students and community members to the Dodge Hunger dodge ball tournament
Goal 4: Educate the students, staff, and community members of Elizabeth on childhood hunger
Goal 5: Successfully execute the Elizabeth FCCLA “No Kid Hungry” project
Although we live in one of the world’s wealthiest nations, one in every five children go to bed hungry, not knowing where their next meal is coming from. As an FCCLA chapter ending childhood hunger became each member’s ultimate goal! Through this project we hope to make an outstanding impact on the lives of children! Our goals are to educate the community of Elizabeth, Colorado and raise funds to support the "No Kid Hungry" organization.
Relationship to FACS
This project relates directly to the Family and Consumer Science curriculum and several of the National Standards for Family and Consumer Sciences. Through many of the courses taught at Elizabeth High School including; Foods I, Foods II, and Catering the importance of nutrition and healthy life styles are taught. Through Personal Finance and Personal Living, the topics of budgeting and balanced house holds are emphasized. Finally, the Child Development curriculum relates to
the "No Kid Hungry" campaign in teaching young adults how to care for not only a child but themselves and learn healthy habits.
Relevant Research
The research behind "No Kid Hungry" is astounding. It is unimaginable that children in this thriving nation suffer from hunger when resources are not limited, but rather the connection between families and these resources. For more information view http://nokidhungry2.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/Childhood-Hunger-Infographic-final.pdf
We asked the following questions about childhood hunger as we began our “No Kid Hungry” project
- What is food insecurity and who does it affect?
- Taking a closer look, how is Colorado effected by childhood hunger?
- How many kids are eligible for free or reduced-price school breakfast and do not get it?
- How many kids get a free or reduced-price school lunch on an average school day?
- How many kids who are eligible receive free summer meals?
- How is the health of children affected by hunger?
- How is the cognition and academic achievement of children affected by hunger?
- How is the emotional and social well-being of children affected by hunger?
Background Information
After contacting Susan Stevens Food Service Director of the Elizabeth School District we learned that breakfasts are served daily for $1.75 Per Breakfast (Includes milk) no charge for students who qualify for the Free and Reduced Lunch Program. In the Elizabeth School District 21.5% of students qualify for reduced school breakfasts and lunches.
Goal of Project
After researching and understanding the full affect that "No Kid Hungry" has on the children all around us our goals have become evident supported by the dedication and persistence of Elizabeth High School FCCLA members
Goal 1: Raise $2,000.00 to donate to the "No Kid Hungry" Organization
Goal 2: Collect 100+ canned food items to donate to our local Food Bank
Goal 3: Receive a good turn out from students and community members to the Dodge Hunger dodge ball tournament
Goal 4: Educate the students, staff, and community members of Elizabeth on childhood hunger
Goal 5: Successfully execute the Elizabeth FCCLA “No Kid Hungry” project
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