Every cafeteria lunch program could use some healthy tips from an expert. In this month’s webinar for the Growing School Gardens community on edWeb.net, presenter Matthew Doris, Food Service Director & Chef at Tuckahoe Common School District in Southampton, NY shared the benefits of having a school garden. Matthew explained to attendees why it is important to have school gardens. He discusses the numerous child health issues and provides a snapshot view of the American diet. His knowledge as a chef lends to this presentation through his discussion on the concept of empty calories vs. nutrient dense foods. His presentation included a tour of the Tuckahoe Garden and its features, including: raised beds, leaf usage, cold frames, square foot gardening, horizontal methods, composting/sustainability, informational cards, and more. Matthew shared his garden plan and manual, which includes work hour log records and a maintenance schedule. He also showed the cafeteria menu and how he uses garden produce in the lunch program.
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