Innovative Health Solutions is deeply committed to promoting healthy living among children in K-12 settings throughout Solano County. We believe that by providing students with the tools and resources they need to make healthy choices, we can help them build lifelong habits that will benefit them well into adulthood.
To achieve this mission, we have partnered closely with the Fairfield-Suisun Unified School District to develop and implement numerous school garden projects and nutrition education initiatives. Our goal is to help students understand where their food comes from, to encourage them to eat more fruits and vegetables and to inspire them to make healthier choices in their daily lives.
In addition to our work with the school district, we also attend events throughout the community to provide resources and information on how to live a healthy lifestyle. We believe that by working together with parents, teachers, and community members, we can create a healthier future for all children in Solano County.
PROJECTS
Since 2022, we have worked with the Fairfield-Suisun Unified School District to support healthy eating, active living and sustainability in Solano County.
Anna Kyle Elementary
- Developed the Healthy Cooking with Kids curriculum and classes taught by Anna Kyle staff during school hours
- Launched a student garden club
- School garden installed in 2024
Armijo High School
- Developed self-sustaining garden on campus, supported by staff and student garden club
- Hosted Cooking with Kids classes
Dan O'Root Elementary
- Hosted Food Smarts: Waste Reduction for Kids classes, teaching students the importance of healthy eating but reducing food waste in their own lives during the after school program
- School garden installed in 2024
- Launched a student garden club
David Weir Preparatory Academy
- Hosted Healthy Cooking with Kids classes during the after school program
- School garden installed in 2024
- Expanded access to nutrition education by bringing Healthy Cooking with Kids classes to students learning from home
PARTNERS
- A key partner in developing school gardens and supporting sustainability education! Together, we have helped schools install and maintain gardens by fostering ownership through garden clubs and connecting students with hands-on opportunities to grow, harvest, and cook nutritious food.
Community Coalitions
- Through active involvement in the Solano Moves Coalition, Healthy Solano Collaborative, and VibeSolano, we contribute to countywide efforts to promote physical activity, healthy eating, and stronger community health systems. These coalitions allow us to align our school-based work with broader health initiatives across Solano County.
Local Families and Students
- Parents and students are at the heart of our success. By joining garden clubs, participating in cooking classes, and sharing lessons learned at home, families ensure that the impact of our programs extends well beyond the classroom
For more information about the Solano CalFresh programming, please contact Innovative Health Solutions.