By Jean Aquino, Danielle Lee, Monica D Zuercher, Wendi Gosliner
A new study exploring caregiver perceptions revealed that caregivers believe that social interaction during school meals is important for their children and may encourage healthy meal consumption. Universal School Meals provide school-aged students with nutritious breakfasts and lunches on all school…
A new study on safety net programs explores the characteristics associated with take-up, that is, participation among those eligible, across programs including Medicaid, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children,…
By Kaitlyn A Murray, Liliana Vega, Matthew R Rodriguez, Sally E Neas
IntroductionThe original conception of Adverse Childhood Experiences, or ACEs, provides important context for understanding how early traumatic life events have long-term health impacts. The original conception of ACEs focused on exposure to physical, emotional, and sexual abuse and neglect along with…
Outdoor activities in 4-H range from science projects such as rocketry and astronomy, to shooting sports, sports and gardening. Many counties offer outdoor exploration projects to take advantage of learning in the diverse outdoor landscape in California.
California 4-H wants all young people to have a place where they can grow, learn, and feel welcome. But we know that not everyone has the same opportunities or resources. Thats why we are working to make sure every young person has a fair chance to succeed.