Past Advisory Board Members

Dietitian Educator 

Extension educator in residence, University of Connecticut, Department of Nutritional Sciences

Coordinates, develops, and administers nutrition education and training for CT Team Nutrition. 

Memberships:

American Dietetic Association (ADA)

Connecticut Dietetic Association, Chair (2006-2007)

National Education Association

American Association of Family & Consumer Sciences Teachers (AAFCS)

American School Food Service Association (ASFSA)

"I am passionate about the health and future well-being of our nation's children. Specifically, I feel that education is necessary to promote a healthy weight and increased physical activity for all kids. Education needs to focus on parent and child, in and out of the classroom. We must help our children to learn to enjoy and appreciate healthy foods and an active lifestyle by modeling the behaviors we hope to achieve. Monkey see, monkey do!"

Santa Clara County Office of Education, California

Develops curriculum and teaches nutrition education to elementary school children as well as teachers for after-school programs in Santa Clara County

Memberships:

American Dietetic Association (ADA)

Certified Life Counselor in Weight Management

"I am passionate about improving nutrition education and physical activity in the school system. I love working with parents and teachers on fun ways to introduce nutrition and physical activity. As a mother of two small children, I believe strongly in empowering our children so they can make healthier choices."

Nutrition Research Associate II, University of California Cooperative Extension, Alameda County

Assist with planning, performance and analysis of applied research and education activities of Nutrition Education Training Academy (NETA) for early childhood educators and parents in Alameda County.

Memberships:

American Dietetic Association (ADA)

San Jose Peninsula District (SJPD) Dietetic Association

"My love for food and cooking compliment my passion to improve the health and well being of our kids. I strive to make food healthy and delicious, while making the activity of cooking a fun learning experience for kids."