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Food Research and Action Center:
School districts with significant numbers of low-income students have the responsibility to implement local wellness policies that meet the specific needs of their students.
Schools must play an important role in low-income children's health and well-being by providing an affordable source of healthy food and no-cost opportunities for physical activity in a safe environment.
School wellness policies should address the expansion of participation in school meals and snacks to ensure that no child goes hungry, and to improve the nutritional status and health of students.
Also, millions of children, including low-income children, have working parents and need breakfast, afterschool and summer programs to keep them safe, engaged and on track.
These programs not only offer important academic, recreational, enrichment, and youth development benefits but can be particularly effective venues for improving nutrition and increasing physical activity.
Posted on October 5, 2006 12:57 AM
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