Welcome to our 5-2-1-0 Blog

To encourage physically active and healthy lifestyles, OTES families and students are encouraged to participate in the 5-2-1-0 program. The purpose of this program is to increase physical activity and healthy eating in the school environment and at home. Use this site to support your efforts at home and see what we're doing to encourage healthy choices at school

Wednesday, February 13, 2013

Breakfast Pops

Yum!!!  Try these out.  They are delicious...

Breakfast Banana Pops
Ingredients:

• Bananas (Or try this idea with strawberries, pineapple, etc.)

• Yogurt of choice

• Granola  or cereal of choice

• Add-on ideas: chopped nuts, coconut shreds, raisins, etc.

• Popsicle sticks or straws 

 Directions:

1. Pour granola into a very shallow dish or plate

2. Peel bananas, cut in half, and insert popsicle sticks

3. Dip into yogurt (or coat with a knife), then roll into granola and add-ons

4. Place on a parchment or wax-lined tray and freeze

5. Keep uneaten pops in the freezer

Focusing on Family Time

Hello everyone.  Here is a great reminder from HSBS for all of us!

Focusing on Family Time

 Use meal time as a time for families to work together to help select and prepare nutritious food, set the table, and clean-up afterwards. While preparing and eating food together, families can discuss their day, what they are eating, and how food will help their bodies grow and stay healthy. Conversations during meal time are a great bonding experience for families. When families eat meals together, children’s academic performance can improve because of increased vocabulary development. Focus on the Three F's: Food, Family, and FUN!

Thursday, February 7, 2013

Outdoor Play Benefits

Do you want to know what the benefits are of playing outside (even on a snowy, winter day)?  Check out the following link to see what researchers say!
 
http://www.aahperd.org/headstartbodystart/activityresources/upload/benefits-of-outdoor-play-2.pdf