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Costa Announces $500,000 for Kern County Physical Education Program

October 2, 2011

Fresno, Calif. - Congressman Jim Costa (D-Calif.) announced that the Kern County Superintendent of Schools (KCSOS) has received more than $500,000 in federal funding from the U.S. Department of Education to implement the "Kern Kids Get Moving!" project. The project is designed to help Kern County students meet state standards for physical education and will serve to promote and encourage lifelong eating habits. The project will target youth at the KCSOS Valley Oaks Charter School, Alternative Education Programs and five after school Migrant Education programs.

"Investing in education is our nation's best "jobs" program. This funding will enable students in Kern County to receive a well-rounded education that includes health, wellness and physical education. This grant is a win for our children and an investment in their future," Costa said.

Kern County Superintendent of Schools Christine Lizardi Frazier added, "Because of this funding, kids in Kern County will develop critical skills to help them lead happier, healthier lives. I am grateful for Congressman Costa's support and for the Department of Education's decision to award this funding."

The funding was provided to the Kern County Superintendent of Schools through the Department of Education's Carol M. White Physical Education Program.