More than a Month

Last month's Nutrition Month filled me with so much excitement and happiness. I never knew a single month could be so encouraging, fulfilling, and rewarding, all while allowing me to make a real change and influence people.

My classmate from 10-Maxwell and I were chosen to join the regional nutrition jingle competition. We were scared at first, with so many things to accomplish, but through hard work and perseverance, we made it. From singing at the top of our lungs to losing our voices from trying to hit the high notes, all while choreographing and practicing our dance, this Nutrition Month didn't just bring us closer, it also made us more aware of the importance of good nutrition.

Although we didn't get a higher place at the regionals, ranking only 8th, we were able to place 3rd nationally and 1st in our division. In all our efforts, we created a lasting bond. Now, we just laugh about how funny it was when we tried to reach those high notes and how exhausted we were from singing.

Thinking back, the TLE Department truly made our first Nutrition Month more memorable than we ever imagined. It still feels so fulfilling, and I feel so lucky to have been one of the participants. Sitting here and writing this, I realize that Nutrition Month was not just about promoting healthy eating, it was about building friendships, overcoming challenges, and discovering our own resilience. It was a truly unforgettable experience.

An experience that has taught me that the true victory was not in the rankings, but in the shared struggle. We didn't just sing a jingle; we found our voices. We didn't just practice a dance; we learned to stand together. Ultimately, Nutrition Month was a celebration of how much we can achieve when we unite for a single, meaningful purpose.

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