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A Columbia County Elementary School is up for Georgia Tray of the Week

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School lunches have come a long way! These plates, throughout the state of Georgia alone, look like they came from 5-star diners! Even much so, that the Georgia School of Nutrition has started a campaign called Georgia Tray of the Week.

One of the CSRA’s very own Elementary Schools is in the running this week. Euchee Creek Elementary in Columbia County is up for Georgia’s tray of the week!

The Georgia Tray of the Week Campaign is a meal promotional activity, that showcases consistency with school meals served in Georgia. They choose 5 schools for that particular week.

The way this campaign will be showcased to the public is through the Georgia School of Nutrition’s social media platforms.

To determine the winner, the social media community will be asked to pick their favorite tray. Whichever image has the most engagement, by Friday at 8:00 a.m., will be crowned as the Georgia Tray of the Week.

Euchee Creek Elementary’s tray that is up for the running consists of BBQ chicken, biscuits, collard greens, mashed potatoes, fresh apples, cookies, and milk. To go directly to the picture to vote, click here.

For a school to be included in the campaign, the tray must follow certain criteria.

1. Meet the USDA National School Breakfast or National School Lunch Patterns. This means each plate must show all components like fruit, vegetables, grains, meat/meat alternate, and Milk as applicable.
2. Must include a description of each meal item.
3. Indicate the location and date of service.
4. The plating of the items must be presentable in the photograph.
5. What is social media without hashtags? You must include the hashtags #FuelingGA and #GATrayoftheweek.

The other schools that were included this week were Mamie Lou Gross Elementary in Camden County, Carrollton Middle in Carrollton City, Cherokee Elementary in Polk County, Upson-Lee High in Thomaston-Upson Schools, and Tift County High in Tift County.

5 Physical Activities in Augusta That are Tailored Towards Homeschooled Kids to Keep Them Active

Are your kids homeschooled but you want a way for them to participate in art, P.E., music, and sports?

Sometimes with homeschooling, it’s easy to go through the regular academic work assignments and forget to put in that needed exercise. At most public schools, a full class is dedicated solely to some type of physical activity. Whether that is walking, dodgeball, running, etc.

Luckly, there are many CSRA activities that are geared towards kids who are homeschooled. This can easily accomplish the physical activity part of the day.

Kids must indulge in some physical activity for at least one hour every day. Implementing regular physical activities improves muscle strength and boosts endurance.

Establishing a consistent physical workout schedule during the homeschooling day doesn’t have to be difficult, especially with some of the ideas that are listed below. Physical activities can range from sports, a jog or bike ride around the neighborhood, etc.

For these classes listed below, most have a small number that are able to register for each class. Your kid will then be able to be in a small population setting. They will also have the opportunity for exercise lesson plans to be tailored to them. Not only does this activity have to stay during the school days, but your child may find interest in the activity and want to make it a part of their normal routine at home or a routine hobby.

Physical Activities for Homeschooled Kids in the CSRA

These community classes are also a great way for kids to get physical activities, when the parent or the homeschool instructor is not as physically active. It is also a chance for the kid to meet other kids in their age group. Which can be one of the experiences that may not happen as much since the child is homeschooled.

Check out these options below of upcoming community activities happening in Augusta that is tailored towards homeschooled kids.

See which they enjoy the best!

  • Make and Take Classes for homeschoolers - Augusta Locally Grown

    Augusta Locally Grown will start hosting a cooking class for those that are homeschooled. It is geared towards elementary and middle school ages, but all age groups are welcome.

    The class is set up into two time frames, either 10:00 am – 11:00 am or 11:30am-12:30pm

    🍝 Pasta Noodles – September 12th
    🍅 Tomato Pasta Sauce – September 19th
    🧀 Mozzarella – September 26th
    The classes will be located at the HUB and only $5 per participating person (25 participants max limit per class)

     

  • Homeschool Art - Kroc Center

    Homeschool Art just started up at the Augusta Kroc center. The class is open to ages 5-12 that are homeschooled and want the opportunity to get creative. The clases will take place every other tuesday.

    Scan the QR code above or visit augustakroc.org to enroll and secure your spot!

     

  • wellness wednesday - Columbia COunty

    wellness wednesday is for homeschooled students ages 5 -12. They are invited to join together for an hour long program that consist of 30 minutes of physical activity.

    Every Wednesday on the stage at Evans Towne Center Park and participate in activities such as karate, kids bootcamp, yoga, and more.

    For example a upcoming class is a dance class offered by Free Movement Dance Studio.

     

     

  • History and Sculpting - Jessye Norman School of arts

    Jessye Norman School of Arts also has an ongoing art session for homeschooled kids. A fitness class is also included.

  • Homeschool Science and Nature Club - Reed Creek Nature Park and Interpretive Center

    Reed Creek offers an educational based program for homeschoolers ages 5-11. For more, click here.

Darasha Singleton is a native of Augusta, Georgia who serves as the Digital Content Coordinator at Beasley Media Group. If you think there is nothing to do in Augusta, check her posts! You're sure to find something to do. Aside from work, Darasha enjoys going to the Saturday Market on the River and any local festivals.

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