What's New Archives :: 2006-07
Employment Opportunities
Our Department has job openings for the following positions:
posted 6/13/07
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Summer Resource List
Click here to see the DCYF Summer 2007 Resource List (pdf) for a listing of programs and services being offered to children and youth this summer in San Francisco.
posted 5/16/07
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Nutrition Education
In Action:
Chef in the Classroom
Having a CHEF IN THE CLASSROOM flavors children’s experiences with cuisines representing different cultures while demonstrating appreciation of our differences. The Chef and the students work together to create each meal. Lesson plan and classroom guidlines available.
Learn more at the Nutrition Education Project
posted 5/10/07
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ExCELebration!
Join ExCEL After School Programs as we celebrate our youth and programs, promote healthy choices, and further develop community collaboration.
The event will take place on Saturday, May 19th, 2007, from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM at Kezar Stadium. If you would like to host a booth or activity, click here to download the application form (Word doc).
posted 5/2/07
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Decrease TV Watching
Poster contest (pdf) features slogan: "Do More, Watch Less". Last year's poster winners (pdf) are currently displayed on MUNI busses (pdf) along with other student artwork.
This poster contest is the start of SFUSD’s preparation for National TV-Turnoff Week 2007 which will take place April 23-29, 2007. Get ready for a great Week!
posted 4/6/07
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Wellness Policy Now Online
Read the school district's wellness policy put together by parents,
staff, students, nutritionists, and healthcare professionals.
To
download this article, please click Wellness Policy (pdf).
Also, visit the
Student Nutrition and Physical Activity Committee
web site at sfusdfood.org to learn more about the wellness policy.
posted 3/14/07
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CHKS/YRBS Administration
High School CHKS/YRBS Administration: Feb 12th - Mar 29, 2007
Learn more about CHKS and YRBS....
posted 2/1/07
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Professional Development Opportunities
January 18, 2007, Positive Effects of Physical Activity on Breast Cancer (pdf)
February 20, 2007, Brief Intervention Training (pdf)
March 10, 2007, Communities Coming Together to Understand Girls' Development During Puberty (pdf)
posted 12/7/06
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Wellness Applications Due January 3
Application for funds to promote and enhance implementation available now - Application (pdf)
posted 12/7/06
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Effects of Nutrition Policy Changes
The middle school lunch program for the San Francisco
Unified School District is the topic of an American Journal of
Public Health article.
The peer review story is called, "Healthier
Choices and Increased Participation in a Middle School Lunch Program:
Effects of Nutrition Policy Changes in San Francisco."
To
download this article, please click Programs
and Policies to Improve Child Health (pdf).
posted 10/2/06
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CHKS Administration
• Fifth grade level:
September 25 – November 3, 2006
• Seventh grade level: October 30 – December 15, 2006
YRBS Administration
• Middle school level: October 30 – December 15, 2006
Learn more about CHKS and
YRBS....
posted 9/2/06
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Health Awareness Months
The School Health Programs Department has designated health
awareness themes for each month of the school year with tips for schools
to provide activities and events for building assets and awareness.
Learn more...
posted 8/19/06
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