Evaluation of 72 Educational Vignettes for Prevention of Childhood Obesity
Houston, Texas October 03, 2008 - A series of 72 educational vignettes produced by The Oliver Foundation, The OrganWise Guys no comma Inc. and the W. K. Kellogg Foundation were evaluated in a recent study by Baylor College of Medicine at a private Houston elementary school to determine the acceptability and effectiveness of the vignettes by elementary-age students, their parents and teachers. The OrganWise Guys "Shorts" are 30 and 60 second videos designed to increase awareness and improve knowledge about physical activity, nutrition and good citizenship utilizing puppet-like characters that represent organs in the human body. The school campus was chosen for an ethnically and economically diverse student population and garnered feedback from children four to 12 years old in grades pre-kindergarten through sixth grade. Complete Press Release
The Oliver Foundation to Present Healthy Cooking Demonstration
Sugar Land, Texas October 22, 2008 - The Oliver Foundation, a Houston-based 501 ( c )(3) organization dedicated to the prevention of childhood obesity, will present a healthy cooking demonstration at Family Math, Science and Health Night at Dulles Elementary School on October 28, 2008, 6:30 - 8 PM, 630 Dulles Ave., Sugar Land, TX 77478. There will be an opportunity for taping and interviews with Chef Tim Saddler, Deborah L. Woehler, MS, RD, LD executive director, The Oliver Foundation and Dulles Elementary School principal, Ginger Carabine. In addition to the healthy cooking demonstration, the Mad Scientists will be present with science activities for the whole family.
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Back to School but Not Before Breakfast
Houston, TX August 12, 2008 - The Oliver Foundation, a non-profit 501 (c) (3) organization based in Houston, Texas encourages families to make breakfast a priority for back to school. Families who eat dinner at 6 pm and breakfast at 7 am have gone 13 hours without eating. Children who skip breakfast and eat at noon will have gone 18 hours without food. During this lengthy period, children can develop headaches and feel lethargic and unfocused in the classroom. Sending children to school without breakfast is like driving a car without fuel. Complete Press Release
Oliver Foundation Teen Board presents at U of H Children's Theatre Festival
Houston, Texas June 24, 2008 - Houston, TX (June 24, 2008) - The Oliver Foundation Teen Advisory Board (YEAH! - Youth Excited About Health) will present healthy messages to young children attending University of Houston's Children's Theatre Festival on July 9, 2008 and July 16, 2008, 10:25 am to impart to kids ways in which they and their families can improve their health and live happier lives. Complete Press Release
The Oliver Foundation Awards a Community Grant to Sugar Grove Christian School
Houston, Texas May 20, 2008 - The Oliver Foundation will present Sugar Grove Christian School with a community grant of $5,000 for viewing and evaluating the 72 educational vignettes produced by the Oliver Foundation, OrganWise Guys and the W. K. Kellogg Foundation in the prevention of our nation-wide epidemic of childhood obesity. The grant awarded to Sugar Grove Christian School will fund a study to evaluate the impact of The OrganWise Guys® vignettes on students and teachers and ultimately the ability to affect change in their behavior.
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The Oliver Foundation Awards a Community Grant to Bounce Lite Program
Houston, Texas May 12, 2008 - The University of Houston BOUNCE Lite summer camp program recruits low-income minority girls (ages 9 - 14) and their mothers from the Eastwood neighborhood and Third Ward to participate in a program that introduces families to a healthy lifestyle. Located in close proximity to its residents, 40 mothers and preadolescent girls will benefit from this program, which provides practical strategies for healthy living in a culturally sensitive manner. The East End community demands urgent priority for focus on childhood obesity prevention programs and consists predominantly of Hispanics and African Americans who are statistically at an elevated risk for being overweight and obese. Complete Press Release
Governor Rick Perry Presents Proclamation for Hall of Fame Induction to Deborah Woehler
Houston, Texas May 05, 2008 - The Governor of Texas, Rick Perry issued a proclamation recognizing the outstanding career achievements of the Executive Director of the Oliver Foundation, Deborah L. Woehler, MS, RD, LD, who was recently honored by Purdue University for her career achievements. The Purdue University Department of Foods and Nutrition selected her for induction into their Hall of Fame, one of only five individuals to receive this esteemed annual honor.
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Executive Director of The Oliver Foundation Honored for Career Achievements
Houston, Texas April 22, 2008 - Houston, TX (April 22, 2008) The Executive Director of the Oliver Foundation, Deborah L. Woehler, MS, RD, LD, will be honored by Purdue University for her career achievements. The Purdue University Department of Foods and Nutrition has selected her to be inducted into their Hall of Fame, one of only five individuals to receive this esteemed annual honor.
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Chef Jon Ashton to Hold Cooking Demo for Students
Houston, Texas April 15, 2008 - Chef Jon Ashton, a regular guest chef on NBC's Today Show,will provide students at Arizona Fleming Elementary School, 14850 Bissonnet, in Fort Bend Independent School District, with an entertaining and educational Iron Chef style cooking demonstration, integrating a secret ingredient into two entrees and two desserts cooked right before the students. A panel of students and teachers will judge the food items Chef Ashton prepares.
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Oliver Foundation Announces Winners of 4th Annual Rodeo Contest
Houston, Texas March 05, 2008 - The Oliver Foundation is proud to announce the winners of our 4th Annual Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Contest. The winners in alphabetical order by campus are: Arizona Fleming Elementary, Commonwealth Elementary, Dulles Elementary, E.A. Jones Elementary, Lexington Creek Elementary, Mission Bend Elementary and 2 entries from Pecan Grove Elementary. Each Fort Bend ISD campus entry was awarded four tickets and a parking pass to a Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo performance of their choice.
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Kick-Off for 2008 WATCH Week - 2nd Annual Health Fair
Sugar Land, Texas February 29, 2008 - The Sugar Land Town Square Management Co will host the 2nd annual WATCH Week Family Health Fair on Saturday, March 8, 2008 from 12:00 PM to 3:00 pm in Sugar Land Town Square to kick-off WATCH Week, March 10 - 14, 2008. Booths will be set up for kids to participate in physical activities and student performers from FBISD campuses will perform on the stage near the entrance to the Sugar Land Town Hall.
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Oliver Foundation to Present Grant Funds to WATCH Week 2008
Houston, Texas January 22, 2008 - The Oliver Foundation will present a $3,850 community grant award to WATCH Week to educate youth about the 5 major risk factors for cardiovascular disease: Weight, Activity, Tobacco, Cholesterol and High blood pressure. The Oliver Foundation will also be recognized for their generosity at a reception. Fort Bend County Medical Society Alliance and FBISD once again collaborate to celebrate WATCH Week, March 10-14, 2008. The WATCH program was created by the Texas Medical Association. Complete Press Release
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