About Move More Kids - Move More Kids

New Balance Foundation Partnership

Since 2007, New Balance Foundation has invested millions of dollars in physical activity, nutrition education and academic initiatives to help children across Somerset County lead healthy and successful lives. Support from NB Foundation has allowed Move More Kids to work with youth and families in 28 schools, after school programs, childcares and the community. Move More Kids works with schools to strengthen district wellness policy language, provide equipment, training and programming to support healthy eating and active lifestyles.

NB Foundation has a 20-year commitment to obesity prevention and invests in science and research, evidence-based interventions and capacity building for Massachusetts and Maine-based non-profits. Their leadership has resulted in strategies, resources and tools that help improve the health of our children.

Collaborations with the NBF Childhood Obesity Prevention Center at Boston Children’s Hospital and the 100 Mile Club are two prime examples of the true partnership MMK has built with New Balance Foundation. Together, we are focused on helping children lead healthy, active, and enriching lives.

Meet our team!

Kristie LeBlanc

Assistant Director

Hi, I am Kristie LeBlanc. I oversee and manage the physical activity and nutrition programs in Somerset County. I have worked closely with schools and the community since 2008 providing infrastructure, resources and programming through the Move More Kids Program, Let’s Go! 5210 Program and the Maine Snap-Ed Program. Providing opportunities to improve healthy eating and active living, and teaching youth the importance of being physically active starting at a young age has always been my favorite part of this work. On the weekends, you’ll find me enjoying Lake George, and connecting with nature through hiking, biking and cross country skiing.

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Brady Croteau

Community Health Educator

Hi I’m Brady Croteau, I lead outdoor recreation efforts under the Move More Kids program and provide nutrition education to adults, children, and families through Maine SNAP-Ed.

This work is important to me because I get to work with both youth and adults in making lifestyle changes around healthy eating and active living. My favorite part of the job is being able to promote physical activity and getting people outside! Living in Maine we have amazing outdoor opportunities through all four seasons, so there is something for everyone and working with individuals to discover those new hobbies or strengthening a budding interest is what I enjoy the most.

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Terri Dendy

Community Health Educator

Hi, I’m Terri Dendy. I lead physical activity and nutrition initiatives in schools through Move More Kids and support healthier school and community environments across Somerset County. I currently partner with schools and several community organizations in Somerset County to help increase physical activity, improve access to nutritious foods, and strengthen wellness initiatives throughout Somerset County.

I am passionate about helping the community I live and work in become more engaged and healthier. I love working with both kids and adults, and I truly enjoy being physically active, talking with students about wellness, and teaching them how to care for their bodies from a young age to help build lifelong healthy habits.

Outside of work, you’ll often find me paddle boarding, hiking, doing Zumba with my mom, or having spontaneous dance parties with my kids and husband.

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