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A Journey in Food Exploration

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Students at Terrace Elementary School have the opportunity to be a part of a program called Food Explorers.

A colorful assortment of fresh fruits and vegetables, including broccoli, tomatoes, grapes, carrots, and more, arranged in a plastic container on a wooden surface.
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The program, facilitated by speech language pathologist Ms. Meghan Ochoa, is a food tasting and dining etiquette program.

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A young boy in a green shirt stands behind a table with various healthy snacks and a chalkboard in the background.
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The group was formed in response to feedback from parents who noted that their children had a restricted food repertoire.

A young boy in a green shirt sits at a table in what appears to be a classroom or educational setting, with various supplies and materials visible in the background.
A young boy sits at a table in a classroom setting, surrounded by a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables.
A woman in a beige sweater is sitting at a table, surrounded by various fruits and vegetables.

The program offers a supportive, structured environment for food exposure and social learning.

A colorful assortment of fresh fruits and vegetables, including grapes, strawberries, carrots, and other produce, arranged on a wooden table with various school supplies in the background.
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A young boy in a green shirt is eating a green apple in a kitchen setting with various kitchen appliances and utensils visible in the background.

As a Food Explorer, students try new foods and learn what they dislike and like with their peers. 

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The program's objectives include encouraging the taste, textures and flavors of different foods, practicing proper dining hygiene such as using a napkin, and working on table manners and appropriate table conversation. 

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Prior to participating in the club, parents sign a letter of consent indicating current accepted foods, avoided foods and any known allergies.

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A young boy in a black shirt is sitting at a desk, focused on something in his hands, with various colorful objects and furniture visible in the background.
A young boy in a green shirt sits at a table, surrounded by various items including a water bottle and a plate of fresh produce.

The group is allowing students to discover foods they otherwise never would have tried. 

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