Please check back in August 2012 for updated team project descriptions!

DC Department of Parks and Recreation Team 2011-2012 Recap:

The DC Parks and Recreation team began their year learning about community gardens and food access issues in various parts of the District. Then, after researching evidence-based programs involving community gardens and childhood nutrition, the team designed and implemented several after-school workshops focused on growing and eating healthy food. The Seeds of Change project involved female youth, ages 4 – 12 living near the Trinidad Recreation Center (TRC) in Ward 5. The primary goal of the project was to improve healthy eating behaviors by increasing awareness of the community garden located at TRC, increasing knowledge about a balance diet, and increasing access to fresh fruits and vegetables. The team learned effective techniques for empowering young people to choose healthier food options, but also learned the importance of including parents in future efforts in order to modify family norms and reinforce workshop health messages.

Regardless of team placement, all ISCOPES Participants should be aware of the following:

1. Roles and Responsibilities
2. ISCOPES Program Schedule*

*Service activities may take place at various locations throughout the District, but the team's on-site meetings (see ISCOPES Program Schedule for dates) will take place at this location:

Trinidad Recreation Center
1310 Childress Street, NE
Washington, DC 20002
http://app.dpr.dc.gov/dprmap/details.asp?cid=38

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