Contact:   Melissa Michehl
515-573-4107

Program Information:   BASIC’S is a nutrition program that teaches children what it means to be HEALTHY.  Children are taught the importance of eating healthy foods such as fruits and vegetables and why they should exercise.  We visit several schools in Fort Dodge including Duncombe, Butler, Riverside, Feelhaver and Headstart on a monthly basis.  We discuss nutrition and exercise topics with kids from Pre-K through 4th grade.  We also visit Fair Oaks quarterly and talk with 5th and 6th graders during their health class and we do a lesson at Butler’s BLAST program monthly. 

Each month a new fruit or vegetable is selected for the kids to taste and discuss.  It is a great way to get those “PICKY” eaters to try new foods!  A sheet is sent home with the kids telling parents what their kids tried in school and provides parents with information about that fruit or veggie.  We also send monthly newsletters with great recipes, information on physical activity and how parents can be role models.

If anyone has questions regarding the program or would like more information on how they can help their children be healthier please call Melissa.