Kansas: State Developed Materials
Healthier Kansas MenusChild & Nutrition Wellness, Kansas State Department of Education; 2012.
These breakfast and lunch menus meet the new menu pattern, HUSSC Gold Level requirements, and the Exemplary Level nutrition requirements of the Kansas School Wellness Policy Model Guidelines. Nutrient analysis, recipes, preparation instructions, serving tips, production records and a purchasing guide are available for both the 4-week breakfast menu cycle and 6-week lunch menu cycles.
Family Fun, Food and Fitness Event Planning Guide (PDF | 12.3 MB)Kansas Team Nutrition; 2011.
This guide provides instructions for planning and promoting a health-centered, family-friendly, school-sponsored event and includes specific instructions detailing both nutrition and fitness activities.
Power Panther PalsKansas Department of Education; 2011.
Power Panther Pals is an 8-week health education program for elementary students. The program encourages students to eat more fruits, vegetables, and whole grains; to eat more low-fat foods and calcium-rich foods, and to be physically active.
Power Panther Preschool Implementation GuideKansas Department of Education; 2011.
Power Panther Preschool is an eight-lesson health education program for Kansas preschool age children enrolled in centers and homes that participate in CACFP. Power Panther Preschool encourages consumption of fruits and vegetables and increased physical activity among young children.
Power Panther ProfessionalsKansas Department of Education; 2011.
Power Panther Professionals is an innovative 12-week health education program for school and child care center personnel. Its ultimate goal is to improve employees’ health and well-being while empowering them to serve as healthy role models for young people and other adults.
Power Up!Kansas Department of Education; 2011.
Power Up is a 9-week health education program for middle school students in grades 6-8. Students organize a health and wellness event throughout the course of the program and carry out the event the final week of the program.
Body Venture (formerly Body Walk)Kansas State Department of Education; 2005
Body Venture is an exciting tour of the human body featuring engaging, experiential education activities for students in grades K-5. It's a great opportunity for students to learn about the importance of making healthy food choices and being physically active.