Making the Grade
The start of each new school year is an exciting—and busy—time. There is always a long list of things students need to get ready for back-to-school. In addition to gathering clothes and supplies, it’s also a great time to figure out other ways to set your child up for success. Check out these tips and resources to help make this their best school year yet!
Sound Check(list)
It’s important to give students the tools they need to do well in school. And one way to help them be successful is to build and reinforce healthy routines. On this short podcast, a school dietitian outlines a healthy living checklist to help make this the best school year yet!
Lunch Lessons
Research shows that kids who participate in their school’s meal program eat more fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and milk—and the overall quality of their diet is better than students who don’t participate. If you or your student are skeptical about school meals, learn the latest on what’s happening in school meal tastes, trends, and nutrition.
Be a Super Model
Toddlers to teenagers look to their parents and caregivers as role models. Set healthy examples (and healthy schedules) for eating right, staying active, sleep times, etc. Practice what you preach—and the whole family will benefit!
Note: Since everyone’s health history and nutritional needs are so different, please make sure that you talk with your doctor and a registered dietitian to get advice about the diet and exercise plan that‘s right for you.