Nutrition education in school classrooms as part of local school wellness policies goes beyond informing and influencing students’ food choices. Teachers, also, change behaviors and role model healthy behaviors. Robin, a teacher at David Barton Elementary School, has invited University …
Help Reduce Food Allergens in the Classroom
Many practices in school classrooms put students with food allergies at risk. Simple solutions can greatly reduce the risk of allergic reaction. The first step is awareness. It is important to let your child’s teacher know the particular needs of …
Consider School Meals
Some parents of children with a food allergy or allergies prefer that their child eat only food prepared at home. However it is important to note that According to guidelines set forth by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), the …
How to Talk to Your Child’s School about Food Allergies
If your child has food allergies, it is important to ensure your child’s needs are being met at school. The following information is intended to help you establish a dialogue with your child’s school.
As the parent of a child …
Power Up with Breakfast for a Winning School Day
Do you dream of a low cost, easy way to help students who struggle achieve academic success? One answer may be as close as the school cafeteria breakfast program.
Students who eat breakfast at school show better attendance, less tardiness, …
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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Healthful Celebrations in Schools
There are many fun ways to celebrate special events in schools. Check out these ideas.
For Birthday Fun:
What a teacher can do:
- Make a crown, button, sign or banner for the birthday child.
- Allow the student to pick a
5 Tips for Easy, Efficient Nutrition Lessons
Parents and teachers are always looking for simple and easy ways to teach necessary nutritional information to children and students. Below are tips on how to create or find easy nutrition lessons. When organizing nutritional information ensure it is correct, …
3 Ways Nutrition Influences Student Learning Potential and School Performance
Advocates of child health have experimented with students’ diets in the United States for more than twenty years. Initial studies focused on benefits of improving the health of students are apparent. Likewise, improved nutrition has the potential to positively influence …