Healthy Meals Program
The Healthy Meals Program provides free nutritious, vegetarian, locally-sourced suppers to all Moving Arts Española students and family members. Purchased from family and heritage farms in Rio Arriba County, meals are prepared fresh daily by Sophia Ribas, the in-house chef, and served buffet-style throughout the school year.
The Healthy Meals program is in need of funding. To help us sustain this vital program click below to make a donation.
Community Health Ambassador Program (CHAP)
MAE hires local high school students to assist in the preparation of healthy meals, serve as a positive role model for youth in the community and create a healthier community. The students receive the following:
Learn the fundamentals of nutrition
Receive hands on culinary instruction
Learn the art of menu planning
10 hours per week
2 semesters (26 weeks total)
Culinary Arts Classes
Culinary artists practice basic cooking skills and learn about nutrition and healthy foods through preparation of inspiring, simple and delicious recipes with Chef Sophia. Ages 10 and up.