Nutrolution begins to work with the Miami-Dade County Public School System

On March 1st, 2010, Nutrolution partook in the first ever Teacher Wellness Workday at Devon Air Elementary School, a top-flight school in Miami Dade-Public School system, which borders on the Miami Dade Community College Kendall Campus. We (nutrolution) were the kick off to the day, which also included yoga and other exercise for the teachers. This all took place only 1 week before the major FCAT tests, so the teachers needed some relaxation and personal attention.

At 9 am we began our show, entitled Nutrition 101 for Teachers. As well, we brought in a sponsor, Fit 2-Go, who provided a delicious and healthy meal for the teachers. Our main goal was to raise awareness for the Power of Nutrition and to provide the teachers with plenty of practical tools and tips as well.

I must say, I was most pleased with the result of the presentation. The teachers were enthusiastic and participatory. I realized that this group of teachers is clearly devoted to learning. The teachers felt the presentation opened their eyes to a lot of things they never knew or only partially understood. My sister, Leah Beeson, one of the teachers at the school told me that later that day, teachers were still talking about my presentation and noone would reach for the junk food provided at an afternoon meeting.

Clearly, we sparked something yesterday. My goal is to continue to ignite teachers toward a much higher level of awareness and understanding about food so that they may continue to educate our nations children. What a profound effect this could have on the financial and health of our country, and I cannot thank my sister and the team at Devon Air enough for providing this unique and worthwhile opportunity.

Thank you's are also in order to Fit 2-Go for an excellent meal, and another partner, CID Botanicals for their donation of Stevia to the teacher's lounge to provide an alternative for artificial sweeteners.

Till next time... Rachael