by Gayle Rich | Jun 14, 2017 | Articles
Students who rely on the federal school lunch program are now able to Meet Up and Eat Up, thanks to a summer program funded by the USDA and administered by the Michigan Department of Education. At Meet Up and Eat Up, low-income Michigan children have the chance to eat... by Jennifer Scortino | Sep 20, 2014 | Articles
School breakfast is so important that legislation is moving forward to boost the Breakfast After the Bell program which provides a healthy breakfast to children during the school day. In New Jersey, the legislation is moving through the state assembly and senate in... by Tom Karst | Sep 7, 2014 | Articles
A new USDA program helps schools purchase locally grown produce, boosting local control of food purchases for school districts. Agriculture Undersecretary Kevin Concannon said last summer that eight states that have yet to be determined will be granted flexibility for... by Brielle Urciuoli | Jul 9, 2014 | Articles
Since children tend to reach for sugary treats instead of healthier apples or carrots, the USDA Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program for kids in schools helps children develop healthier habits by giving them a chance to make healthy choices The US Department of... by Juliann Schaeffer | Jun 6, 2014 | Articles
A special program of the USDA is making it possible for schools feeding kids in the summer months to provide healthy meals and snacks for proper development over vacation. The USDA’s Summer Food Service Program aims to fill the summer food gap for millions of...
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