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Educational programs focus on strengthening individuals, families and communities by addressing critical issues and needs, such as teaching parenting skills, improving nutrition and health, managing family finances, addressing child care needs, and others.

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Co-Parenting Education
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Parenting Apart – an educational program for divorcing parents. This program was mandated by the Tennessee State Legislature in January 2001.
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Tennessee Nutrition and Consumer Education Program
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The goal of TNCEP is to teach families how to choose and prepare nutritionally adequate diets and help them feel empowered to move toward self-sufficiency.
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Taking Care of Our Seniors
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Check out the newest opportunities we are offering to the seniors of Fentress County.
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Engaging Programs for Kids
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Check out some of the opportunities we have for the youth of Fentress County.
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Basket and Chair Weaving Classes
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Check out upcoming basket weaving classes!
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Walk Across Tennessee
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Walk Across Tennessee is a fun annual contest for the community. Prizes are available. Click here for more information!

Contact Information

Sarah Elizabeth Upchurch

Sarah Elizabeth Upchurch
Extension Agent I
Phone: (931) 879-9117
Email: supchur2@tennessee.edu

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