Supporting School-Based Initiatives

Healthy School Meals: Work to ensure that school meals meet or exceed nutritional guidelines set by organizations like the USDA, with an emphasis on fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and limited added sugars and fats.

Snacking Policies: Implementing policies that encourage healthy snacks, such as fruits, vegetables, yogurt, or whole-grain crackers, can help supplement children's nutrition throughout the day.

Nutrition Education: Providing age-appropriate nutrition education to young children in a fun and engaging way can help instill healthy habits early on. This can include activities like cooking classes, gardening programs, or learning about the “food rainbow” to encourage children to eat a variety of foods.