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“We’re pleased to help Madera activate Fuel Up to Play 60 and inspire students to make healthy habits to fuel their brains and bodies,” said Jennifer Giambroni, Director of Communications for the California Milk Advisory Board/Real California Milk. “In addition to producing nutritious products, California dairy families have dedicated more than 100 years to supporting healthy kids and families through education about eating well from all five food groups. Fuel Up to Play 60 is part of that legacy.” Introduced in 2015, the Fuel Up to Play 60 en español materials, available online, include an interactive, Spanish-language student Dashboard and Playbook with resources and information about healthy eating and physical activity. As care giver diets and family physical activity habits often have an impact on children’s lifestyles, take-home materials and interactive resources for family members take Fuel Up to Play 60 beyond the classroom and into the community to help achieve the most effective results. Students, parents and educators can access Fuel Up to Play 60 en español by visiting FuelUptoPlay60.com to learn more about their role in supporting healthy, active schools and communities. Created in partnership by the NFL and National Dairy Council , in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Fuel Up to Play 60 is the nation’s leading in-school wellness program creating transformational change in more than 73,000 schools nationwide since its launch. The national in-school nutrition and physical-activity program is activated in California by the state’s more than 1,300 dairy farm families. Since fall 2014, FUTP 60 has helped to award more than $500,000 in grants to schools throughout California in support of their wellness goals. About Fuel Up to Play 60 Fuel Up to Play 60 is an in-school nutrition and physical activity program launched by National Football League (NFL) and National Dairy Council (NDC), founded by America’s dairy farmers, in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The program encourages youth to consume nutrient-rich foods (low-fat and fat-free dairy, fruits, vegetables and whole grains) and achieve at least 60 minutes of physical activity every day. As a result of the program, 13 million students are making better food choices by selecting nutritious options like low-fat and fat-free dairy products, fruits, vegetables and whole grains. Additionally, 16 million students are getting more physically active during the school day as a result of the program. Fuel Up to Play 60 is designed to engage and empower youth to take action for their own health by implementing long-term, positive changes for themselves and their schools. Customizable and non-prescriptive program components are grounded in research, including tools and resources, in-school promotional materials, a website and student contests. Visit FuelUpToPlay60.com to learn more. ###

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