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Detailed Information about ADAF CPE Sessions at FNCE

Healthy Schools Partnership: Shrinking Childhood Obesity and Expanding Career Opportunities for Dietitians
In this interactive presentation, learn about the concept of "RD Coaching" in schools, and how the Healthy Schools Partnership program is leading the way to effectively improve students' nutrition knowledge and eating behaviors. Identify how important nutrition concepts are dovetailed into physical education classes and into other areas of the school environment, led by the nutrition expert — registered dietitians! Understand the theory behind "RD Coaching" and in this presentation, practice your new-found skills. Discover how you can become involved in the Healthy Schools Partnership movement and grow this opportunity to provide students access to "RD Coaching" in schools.
Presenters: Katie Brown, EdD, RD, LD; Brenda VanLengen, Med

The Champions for Healthy Kids Grants Program: Lessons Learned
Identify key lessons learned from the Champions grant program evaluation process. Develop community nutrition and physical activity program evaluations for their programs and participants. Interact with successful Champions grants winners to learn about successful program evaluation development.
Presenters: Keecha Harris, DrPh, RD; Susan Dingee
Special thanks to ADA Premier Sponsor General Mills for their generous sponsorship.

Wimpfheimer Guggenheim International Lecture: Successful Evidence-based Diabetes and Nutrition Research from the Middle East
International nutrition research experts from the Middle East will participate in a panel discussion about the challenges and success of implementing ADA's evidence-based diabetes nutrition guidelines and conducting international research despite cultural and political differences. This inaugural international lecture will showcase the personal experiences and adaptations necessary for success and translate the research into counseling techniques for people of similar cultural backgrounds, whether working internationally or domestically.