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By: Robert Simonini, Sandy Searles Miller Elementary School Play: Make Your Case for Quality Physical Education Topics: Physical Activity Participation Success with Funds Teamwork I was able to use funds from the Las Vegas Raiders initial Hometown Grant to implement a successful disc golf unit. There are several free disc golf courses in Las Vegas. […]

By: Deshundrick Johnson, Ralph Cadwallader Middle School Play: NFL FLAG-in-Schools — Get in the Game! Topics: Community Involvement Physical Activity Participation Teamwork Trikke Fitness Club is a three-wheeled self-propelled vehicle that is a fun and engaging way for students of all ages and skill levels to get cardio-respiratory, full-body exercise. With three points of contact […]

By: Bryan O’Farrell, Chester T Sewell Elementary School Play: Walk this Way — Start a Walking Club Topics: Community Involvement Physical Activity Participation Fuel Up to Play 60 students at C.T. Sewell Elementary have started a morning walking and jogging program that help us get moving in the morning! Students come and run/walk laps around […]

By: Kristine Harmsma, Robert E Lake Elementary Play: NFL FLAG-in-Schools — Get in the Game! Topics: Community Involvement Physical Activity Participation We joined a Flag Football league for schools around the valley. We held tryouts and created a team. We practice two times a week after school and play games on Monday evenings. Our team […]

By: Meghan Thomas, Wendell Williams Elementary Play: Highlight Healthy Foods — Go Nutritious! Topics:  Access to Healthy Foods Student Leadership Success with Funds Teamwork Our ambassadors had a great time educating our students and staff on nutritious food choices by offering samples of fruit and veggie smoothies. We had two different smoothie choices: orange, banana […]

For us, one of the best parts of the holidays is Eggnog. Sipping a glass of eggnog amongst family and friends is a tradition of which many of us are fond. Whether it’s homemade or a local favorite like Francovich Holiday Nog, we’re a big fan of this creamy dairy drink. What is Eggnog? Eggnog […]

For decades, dairy farmers and their families have been responsible stewards of the land—caring for their farms, their cows, and their communities from a nutritional and sustainable outlook. On average, a dairy farmer will work 12 to 14-hour days year-round. To understand the truth about land, crop, and livestock management practices, dairy farmers encourage a […]

With the holidays fast approaching, there are sure to be many gatherings of tradition and meals with family and friends. Whether you’re using a family recipe to make the stuffing or mashing the potatoes just the way you like them, consider the source of your ingredients. How many ingredients can you get locally grown or […]

This contest has ended, but fret not! Check out our Current Contests page to see what we currently have going on! Contest Period: November 21st, 2019 – January 15th, 2020 Raider Rusher wants to #FuelGreatness with you as we promote physical fitness and nutrition with @FUTP60NV! To participate, contact your local Dairy Council of Nevada representatives Jake […]

When you think of hydration, your mind probably thinks of water, but did you know that milk is actually made up of 85% water? A new study from Scotland’s St. Andrews University found milk to be even more hydrating than plain water due to its nutrient-rich composition. Milk naturally has nutrients that make it better […]

Family dinners don’t have to be reserved for a formal meal during a holiday or special occasion, they can happen any day and time that works for your family. Eating together as a family is one of the most important things you can do for your kids. Studies show that when adolescents and young adults […]

This contest has ended, but fret not! Check out our Current Contests page to see what we currently have going on! Activate Your School and Win With These Fun Fuel Up To Play 60 Contests! In addition to your chance to win with the national Fuel Up to Play 60 contests available to you when you log […]