Pocomoke Middle School looks to change perception of school

in worcester county is looking to change the perception of school meals in a fun and unique way. 47 abc’s lissette nu?ez has more. track 1 wednesday afternoon – school officials sliced, diced, and served school meals with a twist. but this wasn’t any ordinary school lunch. this was part of a competition called the sauce it up challenge that aims to win over the taste buds of pocomoke middle school students using healthier food options. raquel ndirangu, 7th grade 13 they’re actually taking the time to see what can be better in this school and i really love that.” track 2 during lunch – odtis collins – the food service coordinator at worcester county schools and matthew record – the principal atpocomoke middle school went head to head in creating the best tasting meal- that’s also a healthier alternative to the current food served at the school. matthew record, principal pocomoke middle school “it was all about healthy choices and options for the students track 3 mr. collins served a chicken sandwich with veggies and a homemade sweet potato spread that he says is made out of healthier ingredients than processed condiments like ketchup or mustard. on the opposite end – principal record – served three versions of salsa. one with added tomatoes, another with extra peppers, and a third one with chopped pineapple. and then taste testers weighed in… tanayah bailey, 7th grade, 12 ” it was really good, i really liked the chicken and the pineapple salsa better.” raquel ndirangu, 7th grade 13 well the pepper salsawas way betterthan the chicken sandwich. even though the chicken sandwich did have a balance to it , but the salsa did bring out a whole bunch of flavorsthat worked well together.” niasia drummond, 7th grade, 12 it was really good actually, i really liked it. if it was a choice i would really eat it everyday for lunch.” track 4 but only one could win the golden spoon…and the students chose– mr. collins. odtis collins, coordinator of food service worc. co. “i’m glad to be the winner, so that means we are going the right direction with my department.” track 5 and although principal record didn’t win – he tells 47 abc wednesday’s competition is a win in regards to bringing healthier food to his school. lissette nunez 47 abc. now pocomoke middle school is not the only worcester county school getting healthier food options. mr. collins – the food service coordinator we just saw there – is working with snow hill high school in adding grab and go food options for students in the coming months. now in your consumer