Summary
The Schools and After-School workgroup is comprised of school staff, nurses, and food service directors; before- and after-school program specialists; physical activity experts; public health professionals; and others committed to the prevention and reduction of childhood obesity. This workgroup assists school staff, teachers, and administrators; after-school program specialists; and concerned residents in the promotion of healthy food environments and physical activity opportunities in schools, after-school programs, and neighborhoods. For a complete overview of the Schools and After-School Workgroup, please review the Schools After School Work Plan (August 2022).
Please visit the Calendar or contact COI staff for information on attending a Schools & After-School workgroup meeting.
Schools and After-School Champions
Deirdre Kleske
County of San Diego
Kate McDevitt
San Diego Unified School District
Paige Metz
San Diego County Office of Education
Our Team
COI Staff
Blanca Meléndrez, MA
Executive Director
San Diego Childhood Obesity Initiative
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Shana Wright Bruno, MPH, CHES
Co-Director
San Diego Childhood Obesity Initiative
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Jaclyn Resnick, MPH
Senior Program Manager
San Diego Childhood Obesity Initiative
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Gabriel Garcia
Community Health Project Manager
San Diego Childhood Obesity Initiative
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