West Virginia Child Care Health Educators

08/31/2026

Beat the heat this summer! 🌞 Stay hydrated when being physically active outside. 💧 Water helps keep your joints lubricated and, compared to sugary drinks, has NO CALORIES. Find out more benefits of drinking water: https://www.cdc.gov/healthy-weight-growth/water-healthy-drinks/

08/27/2026

Planting Seeds for Healthy Eating online training.
Learn about the benefits of gardening, different types of gardens, how to grow food in a container, and garden food safety. To register visit www.wvstars.org.

08/26/2026

School's are back in session! Check out this safety tip regarding backpacks.

Did you know that your child’s backpack should never weigh more than 10-20% of their body weight? To avoid straining your child’s muscles, choose a backpack with wide, padded shoulder straps and a padded back, and always pack heavier items closest to the center of the back. For more back-to-school tips, visit https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/gradeschool/school/Pages/back-to-school-tips.aspx

08/25/2026

Let's Make a Menu online training.
Register today at www.wvstars.org.

08/25/2026

Did you know meats and meat alternates can be served in place of the entire grains component at breakfast in the CACFP up to three times per week? The USDA's Serving Meats and Meat Alternates at Breakfast resource explains when and how to credit these foods to help you confidently plan reimbursable meals.

Download this free resource and add it to your CACFP toolkit.

08/21/2026

West Virginia Early Childhood Training Connections and Resources is hiring a Child Care Nurse Health Consultant for the Eastern Panhandle area.
Interested or know someone who may be a great fit? Apply today or share this post! For more information visit https://www.rvcds.org/jobopportunities

08/20/2026

Our September online training schedule is now available!

Reserve your spot today! www.wvstars.org

08/19/2026

Videos shared online may depict squishy toys — including popular animal, food, and character-shaped squeeze toys — expanding, changing texture, or bursting when heated. These demonstrations are dangerous and should never be attempted or imitated.
https://www.cpsc.gov/Newsroom/News-Releases/2026/Consumer-Safety-Alert-CPSC-Warns-Consumers-About-Fake-and-Counterfeit-Squishy-Toys-Reiterates-Warning-About-Serious-Burn-Hazards

08/18/2026

This training focuses on causes of childhood obesity and ways to prevent childhood obesity. To register visit www.wvstars.org

08/17/2026

A smoothie that’s kid-approved and ! 🍎🍌🥜 This Apple Banana Peanut Butter Smoothie from Dairy MAX combines creamy dairy, fruit and peanut butter for a delicious snack that little ones will love.

Add this recipe to your menu rotation for a refreshing and nutritious option!