Gabrielle O'Neill, AmeriCorps VIP Fellow at Wright Charter
On Friday, May 20th Wright Charter’s after school program learned the importance of proper tooth care. The presentation was organized by one of our long-term volunteers, Ms. Heather Carruth. Heather is currently studying dental hygiene, so it was only natural for her to plan the presentation.
During the presentation, students learned about proper brushing and flossing, fruits and vegetables that help teeth stay strong and the effects of improper tooth care. The presentation was very engaging because the students had the chance to participate in some tooth care activities and our students love to participate.
At the end of the presentation, students received free goody bags that were donated by Heather’s dental hygienist program. The students were very excited about the free goodies that they could hardly contain themselves! It was great to see them so excited about teeth.
An article about this topic appeared in the Press Democrat. Read the article Ambassador of Smiles that appeared in the June 5, 2011 Sunday addition of the paper.
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