Seahurst Elementary School hosted a “Market Night” on May 15, a fun-filled night where the Seahurst gym was transformed into a Farmer’s Market of fresh fruit and vegetable produce stations. Seahurst students were cashiers at the stations while Seahurst children and families came to “purchase” food with play money, building math skills, and at the same time strong, healthy bodies! Families brought home delicious fresh fruits and vegetables, and learned about the importance of consuming a wide variety of colorful fruits and vegetables for lifelong health. This event was a great success with over 300 in attendance.

The event was funded by the Love Your Veggies™ Nationwide School Lunch Campaign grant, sponsored by the makers of Hidden Valley® Salad Dressings in collaboration with the School Nutrition Foundation and Produce for Better Health Foundation. Seahurst Elementary will use the $10,000 in grant funds to offer a variety of fresh vegetables and fruits to students and provide a part-time wellness coordinator to work with teachers to create hands-on, experiential nutrition exercises in the classroom. Family nights will continue to be held to encourage healthy family mealtimes and nutritious foods.

"The Love Your Veggies™ grant will allow us to take students on the adventure of learning to love fresh fruits and veggies," said Highline Public Schools Nutrition Services Manager Brianna Smith, RD. "We hope to spark their interest and develop lifelong habits of eating nutritious, delicious foods."