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Posted on June 12, 2019June 13, 2019

How Students Can Effectively Voice Opinions about Nutrition in School

thumbs up girl Nutrition is important to you, but how can you get your friends and classmates to care too?  Voicing your opinion about the school food environment is a great way to share facts and inspire your school to adopt healthier habits, …

Posted on June 12, 2019June 13, 2019

Popular Ideas for Student Nutrition Action Committee Events and Fundraisers

A Student Nutrition Action Committee (SNAC) is a great way for you to make your schools healthier by influencing students to make healthier food choices in and outside of school.  Spread healthy nutrition messages by hosting or participating in events …

Posted on June 12, 2019June 13, 2019

How Administrators Can Utilize a Local Wellness Policy to Its Full Potential

teacher meeting Local School Wellness Policies (LWPs) can be an easy and effective way to make your school a healthier environment.  After the passage of the 2004 Child Nutrition and Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Reauthorization Act, …

Posted on June 12, 2019June 13, 2019

How to Engage Parents in School Wellness Policies and Action Plans

Parents can be key players in school wellness efforts.  From wellness committee membership to volunteering at one-time events, parents provide valuable input, assistance and support.  Use this “how to” sheet to motivate and recruit parents to join your school’s wellness …

Posted on June 12, 2019June 13, 2019

Top 10 Tips for Working with Your Local Extension on Nutrition Education

Cooperative Extension (also called Agricultural Extension) is a nationwide resource that brings research-based, practical information and classes to the public. There are Extension offices in every state and territory. Here are some ways Extension can help you.

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Posted on June 12, 2019June 13, 2019

Generating Buy-In From School Administration Officials

While most members of the school community are generally in favor of changes that can improve the school environment for students, one of the challenges that sometimes crops up when a Smarter Lunchroom Makeover is proposed is resistance from the …

Posted on June 12, 2019June 13, 2019

Creative Ways to Advertise & Generate Interest in Your School’s Local Wellness Policy (LWP)

  1. Create a “Who’s Who…” directory for your Wellness Committee & Include your LWP goals & objectives – Thanks to the Healthy Hunger Free Kids Act of 2010 you have a group of dedicated teachers, parents, students and staff on your
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