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November 24, 2016
Fresno EOC SOUL Street Law Students Win Major Victory!
Back when the 2014-2015 school year began, Fresno EOC SOUL Charter School entered in a partnership with Central California Legal Services (CCLS) to create the Street Law Class. The program helps students understand the legal system, how it operates and hopes to inspire students to consider careers in the legal profession. The Street Law program uses a combination of readings, instruction by current practicing attorneys, informal discussions, and engaging activities to help students understand how
November 16, 2016
Making Spirits Bright at Lowell Elementary School
Making Spirits Bright Event Serves Needy Families for the 23nd Year! Saturday, December 3, 2016 from 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm What is Making Spirits Bright? Making Spirits Bright is an annual event coordinated by Fresno EOC Sanctuary and Youth Services and various partners that will provide holiday cheer for 30 low-income families, including over 150 children. The location changes annually as each year a new Fresno County elementary school is selected as the hosting site.
November 15, 2016
Fundraiser for Sanctuary Youth Shelter
Save the Date for a McFun Night Fundraiser to benefit Sanctuary Youth Shelter. November 30th from 5 pm to 8 pm. McDonald’s Restaurant 6768 N. Cedar Ave., Fresno (Cedar and Herndon) Fresno EOC Sanctuary Youth Shelter is hosting a fundraiser to raise awareness of youth runaway issues and to educate the Fresno community about solutions that help prevent youth from running away. “Between 1.6 and 2.8 million youth run away in a year in the
November 10, 2016
Fun Fries – “Let’s Cook with Kids”
FUN FRIES INGREDIENTS: 1 parsnip, peeled and cut into strips 1 sweet potato, cut into strips 1 carrot, peeled and cut into strips 2 tablespoons olive oil salt to taste INSTRUCTIONS: Bold text = Kids can help 1. Preheat oven to 400°F. 2. Toss vegetables in olive oil and salt. 3. Place on baking sheet and bake for 30 minutes, turning halfway through. NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION (per serving): CALORIES 123; FAT 7.1g; PROTEIN 1g; CARB 15g;
November 8, 2016
Substances that pass through breastmilk
Caffeine: Coffee, tea, and soft drinks with caffeine should be limited. Caffeine does pass through the milk and makes some babies restless and fussy. Alcohol: Alcohol is a drug. It passes through the milk to your baby. If you do choose to drink alcohol, do not do it often, and do it soon after you nurse, not right before. Nicotine: Smoking will cause you to make less milk and the milk will have less vitamin
November 3, 2016
Pumpkin Pancakes – “Let’s Cook with Kids”
PUMPKIN PANCAKES INGREDIENTS: 2 eggs 1 (15-ounce) canned pumpkin 2 ½ cups lowfat milk 2 tablespoons canola oil 2 cups whole wheat flour 2 tablespoons brown sugar 1 tablespoon baking powder 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice ½ teaspoon saltcooking spray INSTRUCTIONS: Bold text = Kids can help 1 In a large bowl, combine eggs, pumpkin, milk,and oil. 2 Add flour, brown sugar, baking powder,pumpkin pie spice, and salt. Stir gently. 3. Coat skillet with cooking
November 3, 2016
Hosted Luncheon Honors Volunteers in Foster Grandparent Program
The Foster Grandparent Program (FGP) volunteers were provided a luncheon on October 31, 2016 provided by East Fresno Kiwanis Club. The East Fresno Kiwanis Club is one part of Kiwanis International, a global organization of volunteers dedicated to changing the world, one community and one child at a time. The East Fresno Kiwanis Club performs many community service projects in Fresno to help serve children. The East Fresno Kiwanis Club has provided this luncheon for
November 3, 2016
Collaborating with Consulate of Mexico in Fresno to assist local Mexican national victims of human trafficking
Fresno EOC and Consulate of Mexico in Fresno have made their collaboration agreement official. Fresno EOC’s Central Valley Against Human Trafficking (CVAHT) project provides support services to victims of slavery and trafficking in the counties of: Fresno, Kern, Kings, Madera, Merced and Tulare. In the interest of promoting respect for human rights, specialized victim services has been identified as a need for a considerable number of Mexican nationals in the US. The official collaboration creates
November 2, 2016
6 Reasons to Breastfeed Your Baby
The benefits of breastfeeding are greatest when breast milk is the baby’s only food for their first six months but if that isn’t enough to convince you, here are 6 more reasons why you should consider breastfeeding your baby: The unique bonding that occurs between mom and baby during breastfeeding is priceless. Greatly reduces baby‘s risk for infections and for chronic lifelong diseases including diabetes, asthma, and obesity. Breastfeeding helps mom burn more calories and
November 1, 2016
October 2016 Employee of the Month
Irisa Barba, WNA, CLE started with Fresno EOC WIC in 2008 and received her CLE certificate in 2013. Over the years Irisa has consistently come to work on time with a professional and positive attitude, she’s a team player, and a great asset to the program. We appreciate the effort and time she puts into her job and commend her for her positivity, enthusiasm, and commitment to helping clients and staff members. Irisa goes above
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