While reading a blog by an education reporter from Illinois, I read something that sparked a bit of interest. The state of Illinois has set in place a program for students during the summer months, where they can go to school and receive a cold lunch for free. This program is only for schools offering summer school, but here is the interesting thing… it is not only for the students attending the school, but for all children up to the age of 18. Hmmm…it sounds like a great idea… but can the government really continue to support this project financially? Let’s pray for the best! I found a bit more information from this website, if you’d like to read more about this program.
As a teacher and a sister to a pre-k boy one of my true opinions is that bringing in a nutritionist to schools, and setting up some sort of lunch program is a great idea. It helps those who don’t have lunch, and those who have the wrong kind of lunch. The cost of a chocolate bar is no cheaper than the cost of an apple, we need healthy food in our schools and our children need to be fed. A child cannot be expected to concentrate on an empty stomach.
Anybody agree or disagree? Any good ideas out there? I would love to hear them 
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I completely agree! In the school where I did my field experience for EPS 100, they had a nutritionist and did Breakfast for Learning as well as daily lunches. I don’t think a single student went home for lunch, although I never had the opportunity to see how many participated in the breakfast program. Proper nutrition is definitely essential for learning, so I think all schools should have something in place. Perhaps schools could also work with families, to teach them how to prepare adequate meals for their children.
I also agree. Healthy lunches are important for brain and body function. If you’ve ever had pizza pops for lunch you’ll know what I am talking about-sugar high and hyper, then sugar low and tired…and I am talking about myself:)