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Our latest press releases, and Oklahoma Education news. Subscribe for our teaching tips and resources for school improvement.

Celebrating National CACFP Week

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In celebration of National #CACFPWeek, Hunger Free Oklahoma highlights Cherokee Elementary School's Afterschool Meal program! They partner with Boys & Girls Club of Tahlequah for enrichment activities and incorporate teachers and aides to make their Afterschool Program a success!

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Hunger Free Oklahoma

childeatingSMFrom Hunger Free Oklahoma:

Children living in rural areas have 26% greater odds of obesity compared to urban children. This is one of the many reasons why Afterschool Meal programs, like Cherokee Elementary School's, are so imperative for students to get the nutrition they need to thrive and learn in rural OK!

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Oklahoma Public School Resource Center

From Hunger Free Oklahoma:

The first of five COVID-19 informational School ZonED Podcast episodes that we're recording today is available now. We talked to Hunger Free Oklahoma and El Reno Public Schools about resources and guidance on how to handle feeding students during oklaed school closures.

In this YouTube video, Brent talks with Hunger Free OK and El Reno PS about resources and guidance on how to handle feeding students during school closures due to COVID-19.
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Alpha Plus Believes in our Children

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Here's an encouraging quote:

"Every child is gifted.

They just unwrap their packages at different times."

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Access to meals if schools close due to COVID-19

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We have received approval from the USDA on two requested waivers allowing meal service to continue during possible school closures. Meals will be available at no cost to low-income children and are not required to be served in a group setting to avoid possible exposure to COVID-19.

“When schools close, our first concern is for the safety and well-being of our children. We know that some kids will not have access to nutritious meals if they do not attend school. The approval of these waivers provides flexibility so Oklahoma children get wholesome meals while safeguarding their health.” - State Supt. Joy Hofmeister

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