Boden Gould, a student from Bath Middle School was selected to serve as Maine State Ambassador for Fuel Up to Play 60, the nation’s largest health and wellness program created in partnership with the Maine Dairy and Nutrition Council (MDNC) and the NFL, in cooperation with USDA. Fuel Up to Play 60 encourages students to eat healthy, be active and make positive, healthy changes in their schools and communities.
“I think Boden will be a fantastic addition to the FUTP60 State Ambassador team,” said Katie Hoffmann, school programs Manager for the MDNC. “We can’t wait to work with him this year and just love his enthusiasm and dedication to his school and community.”
State Ambassadors lead the Fuel Up to Play 60 program, which engages youth directly as grassroots leaders to increase access to nutrient-rich foods and 60 minutes of physical activity at school. From smoothie stations to walking clubs, Fuel Up to Play 60 helps students create healthier school environments in over 73,000 schools nationwide. The program also encourages and recognizes schools and students with rewards, such as a trip to the Super Bowl, NFL merchandise and NFL player appearances.
“We are thrilled Boden has been chosen as State Ambassador,” said Diana Hixon, Gould’s Fuel Up to Play 60 program advisor. “He has demonstrated a real commitment to wellness promotion here at Bath Middle School. His enthusiasm and energy drives our Fuel Up to Play 60 Team and increases participation in our wellness activities. As a senior member of our Student Wellness Team, he has taken the lead in organizing and promoting numerous school activities that support both better nutrition and increased physical activity in our all students. We can’t wait to see what he will do next year.”
Selected from a nationwide search and extensive application process, Gould will attend the Fuel Up to Play 60 Student Ambassador Summit at University of Minnesota and U.S. Bank Stadium this summer. The Summit provides Student Ambassadors the opportunity to meet their fellow leaders from across the country and receive experiences with a focus on leadership and communications. Students will also meet NFL Players, compete for chances to win funding for their schools, and design new and exciting healthy eating and physical activities for their school communities.
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