Rosedale Middle School Audience

By Erika Goering,

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Problem/Question:

How can we lower the obesity rate among Rosedale Middle School students?

Audience:

  • Middle-school-age kids (from 11–13 years old) in Rosedale.
  • They know the basic facts of nutrition and exercise, but they are not ready to implement the knowledge they have been given.

Facts:

  • 51% of kids in Rosedale are obese.
  • Average income is $37,000
  • 89% of kids are on the free lunch program.
  • Kids who eat school lunch are 29% more likely to be overweight.

Social Behavior We Want to Change:

We want to change the eating habits of middle school kids by exposing them to healthier choices.

How We’ll Measure the Results:

We’ll be able to see whether the obesity rate lowers.


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