OCM BOCES STAR students at Homer Elementary learn about making healthy choices

Students in Mrs. Currie’s OCM BOCES STAR class at Homer Elementary School were recently posed with the question, "How do I make healthy food choices?"

Together in class, they learned about the food pyramid and how to use it as a tool for selecting healthy foods. Students also learned how to create a "My Plate" placemat and then had time to make their own to use at home. Their handmade creations are a reminder about portion sizes and types of food and it is hoped that they will lead to family discussions about the topics.

Students worked together on the project by first selecting informational books from the library and deciding on  the most important information. Research was shared with students throughout the school and a poster was made and displayed in the cafeteria to help others select healthy foods.

Teacher Ann Currie was pleased we the students' efforts saying, "We can identify foods from the food pyramid and select healthy foods to put on our plates. We can identify  junk food and know that we need to limit that type of food."