Educated Choices Program

05/29/2026

We had an amazing time attending Food Health LIVE! Lorena Mucke, CEO, engaged with leaders working across education, public health, and food systems to explore solutions for some of our most pressing challenges.

A particularly impactful session was School Food: Myths, Misunderstandings, Models, & Opportunities with Katie Wilson, Urban School Food Alliance
, which examined how school meal programs can improve health outcomes, support academic success, and strengthen communities by moving beyond common misconceptions and funding myths. Special thank you to the panelists: Spence Medford of The Henry Ford, Alexandra DeSorbo-Quinn of Pilot Light, Katie Wilson of Urban School Food Alliance, and Kris De la Torre of Cultivate Collective.

A theme that stood out throughout the discussion was the importance of connecting what students learn about food with the food environments they experience every day. Education and access work best together.

At Educated Choices Program, we see this connection firsthand. When students are provided with credible, science-based food systems and nutrition education, they are better equipped to make informed decisions that can positively impact their health, their communities, and the environment.

Thank you to the panelists for sharing your expertise and insights. Conversations like these help move the field forward and highlight the opportunities ahead for school food and education.

05/28/2026

🌊 June is World Ocean Month, with World Oceans Day taking place globally on June 8 🌎🐋

This month is an opportunity to help students explore ocean conservation, sustainability, marine ecosystems, and the powerful connection between human choices and environmental health.

Our new blog explores:
🌊 Why ocean education matters
🐠 World Oceans Day classroom activities
♻️ Sustainability and marine conservation lessons
📚 Free ocean education resources for educators and families
🌍 How students can better understand the connection between food systems, pollution, climate, and ocean health

We’re also excited to share that for a limited time, students and educators can preview our Sea the Impact video in English, Spanish, and Portuguese without creating an account. Go to our homepage and click the pop-up to view now!

Read the new blog and explore free classroom-ready resources at bit.ly/4wRzP2h💙

World Oceans Day is celebrated globally each June 8 to inspire ocean conservation, sustainability, and environmental stewardship. Explore classroom-ready ocean education activities, marine ecosystem lessons, and interactive resources to help students better understand biodiversity, pollution, climat...

05/26/2026

The Good Food Institute's new Train-the-Trainer program is a free 4-week online course designed for U.S.-based high school STEM educators interested in bringing real-world food innovation into the classroom. The program explores the science behind plant-based, fermentation-derived, and cultivated proteins while connecting topics like biology, chemistry, biotechnology, sustainability, climate, and food security to NGSS-aligned STEM learning.

Participants will:
• Earn 2.0 graduate credits from Adams State University at no cost
• Access classroom-ready lesson plans, labs, and STEM activities
• Learn directly from educators, scientists, and industry leaders
• Explore emerging career pathways in food technology and biotechnology
• Develop a classroom-ready lesson or unit for implementation
• Join a national network of educators advancing food systems education

📅 Applications close June 1, 2026
📢 Participant notifications: Mid-June 2026
🖥️ Course dates: July 6–31, 2026
⏱️ Time commitment: Approximately 7 hours per week
💡 Format: Online with live weekly sessions and self-paced learning
Website: bit.ly/4uB9B2s

At the Educated Choices Program, we’re always encouraged to see more opportunities supporting educators in bringing meaningful, science-based conversations about food systems, sustainability, and innovation into STEM education.

05/25/2026

Healthy oceans are essential to the health of our planet, marine ecosystems, and future generations. 🌊🐠

As we prepare for World Oceans Day and Ocean Month this June, it’s important to better understand the challenges facing our oceans and the role we all play in protecting them.

According to Our World in Data, about one-third (34%) of assessed fish stocks were overfished as of 2017, highlighting the growing pressures on marine ecosystems worldwide.

Want to help students and communities explore these important issues in a meaningful and engaging way?

Check out Sea the Impact, our new ocean education resource featuring:
🌊 a 15-minute educational video
🐟 lesson plans and discussion prompts
♻️ sustainability and conservation activities
📚 downloadable classroom resources
🌍 connections between food systems and ocean health

Sea the Impact helps learners better understand marine biodiversity, pollution, and sustainability, as well as how everyday choices can affect ocean ecosystems.

Watch and explore the resource now at EducatedChoices.org

05/22/2026

Why do educators, healthcare professionals, and communities trust Educated Choices Program resources?

Because strong education starts with credible science, thoughtful communication, and evidence-based information.

Attending the Power of the Plate conference was an incredibly inspiring experience. The sessions covered topics closely related to our work at ECP, including nutrition, sustainability, prevention, food systems, cognitive health, and the interconnections among human, animal, and planetary health.

What stood out most was the shared sense of purpose. So many passionate professionals are coming together to advance health, compassion, and a more sustainable future through food.

We left feeling energized, grateful, and excited to continue strengthening the educational resources we provide to classrooms and communities around the world.

Huge thank you to everyone at The Plantrician Project who made this event possible. 🌱

05/21/2026

☀️ Keep learning, exploring, and asking big questions all summer long. 🌎🌱

🌊 Ocean conservation
🌍 Environmental education
🌱 Gardening and community health
🍎 Nutrition and wellness
♻️ Food waste reduction and sustainability

Perfect for summer programs, camps, classrooms, homeschool learning, or families looking for meaningful educational activities.

Each topic includes engaging videos, lesson plans, discussion prompts, activities, quizzes, and downloadable resources designed to connect learning with real-world issues and everyday choices.

Want to dive deeper? We also just published a new blog post that walks through each June theme, awareness day, and featured resource in more detail. 💻📚

Read the blog here: bit.ly/49gDpst
Explore videos and more now at educatedchoices.org

05/19/2026

“There are places in the world that stay with you. Patagonia is one of them.” 🧊🌎

From towering glaciers to unforgettable hikes through El Chaltén, Lorena’s newest blog explores the beauty, fragility, and climate realities of Patagonia, as well as the deeper connection between food systems, environmental change, and our future.

Read the new blog now and journey through Patagonia with us at bit.ly/4dB1xr2 💙❄️

05/19/2026

World Oceans Day and Ocean Month are almost here 🌊🐙

Help students explore marine ecosystems, biodiversity, ocean conservation, and the connection between food systems and ocean health with ECP’s free “Sea the Impact” educational resources.

For a limited time, teachers and learners can preview the video in English, Spanish, and Portuguese without creating an account. Perfect for helping classrooms prepare lessons and activities for World Oceans Day, June 8!

Watch now at ecprogram.org/watch-si and let us know what you thought!

Explore more free resources, lesson plans, guided notes, activities, quizzes, and more at educatedchoices.org 💙

05/18/2026

Athletes around the world are showing that plant-based nutrition can support strength, endurance, recovery, and performance at every level 💪🌱

Brian Reynolds, a marathon record holder and adaptive athlete, shares how switching to a plant-based diet has elevated his athletic performance and overall well-being.

May 21 is Eat More Fruits & Vegetables Day 🍎🥕🌱 Just as our veggie superheroes remind us, colorful plant foods can help fuel strength, endurance, and overall well-being both in and out of the classroom.

Learn more through ECP’s free educational resources at educatedchoices.org and check out our “Plant-Forward and Powerful” video!

05/14/2026

June is full of opportunities to keep students learning, exploring, and connecting with the world around them ☀️🌎

From World Environment Day and World Oceans Day to gardening, nutrition, sustainability, and ocean conservation, our newest blog is packed with free summer learning ideas, hands-on activities, and classroom-ready resources for educators, parents, and students alike.

Dive into June teaching topics and discover engaging ways to bring real-world learning into your summer plans.

🔗 Read the full blog and explore the free resources today! bit.ly/4dd0IGc

From World Environment Day and World Oceans Day to gardening, nutrition, and food waste reduction, June offers dynamic ways for students to stay curious and engaged.

05/07/2026

May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month, and National PE and Sports Week is the perfect time to explore how nutrition helps fuel movement, recovery, and performance 💪🏃🌱

Our Plant-Forward and Powerful resources help students explore the relationship between food, fitness, and performance through engaging, classroom-ready lessons and activities designed to spark meaningful conversations around health and wellness.

Explore more free educational resources at educatedchoices.org 🍎✨

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