Wellness in the Schools is a nonprofit organization that promotes healthy eating, environmental awareness and fitness for children in New York City public schools. It is led by volunteer chef Bill Telepan, a Manhattan restaurateur.[1]
The organization runs three programs: Cook for Kids, which recruits culinary school graduates to work with cafeteria workers to provide fresh meals for children;[2] Green for Kids, which promotes the use of environmentally safe cleaning products in schools;[3] and Coach for Kids, which trains coaches to encourage children to participate in physical activities and reduce playground bullying.[4]
References
edit- ^ Neil Katz (12 July 2010). "Can This Man Stop School Lunch? Bill Telepan's Healthy Mission". CBS Interactive. Retrieved 21 August 2011.
- ^ "Cook for Kids: About". Wellness in the Schools. Retrieved 21 August 2011.
- ^ "Green for Kids: About". Wellness in the Schools. Retrieved 21 August 2011.
- ^ "Coach for Kids: About". Wellness in the Schools. Retrieved 21 August 2011.