Nutrition Bulletin

Top Ten Reasons to Have School Breakfast!!!

 

10.     Chocolate donut smiles leave a lasting impression when giving a hug to your teacher!

 

9.        Kids needs are met and they are ready to learn!

 

8.        Smell of burnt toast covers up the smell of sweaty feet!

 

7.        Kids have choice of healthier foods than those that may be served at home.

 

6.        Kids recognize that good nutrition is important.

 

5.        Kids get to make food choices themselves.

 

4.        Great way to get out of going outside to morning recess when it’s cold.

 

3.        Teachers who forget to eat have a second chance.

 

2.         Kids get to save cereal in pockets to eat later in class.

 

1.         Syrup on fingers keeps kids on task when pencils stick to hands!

 

Submitted by Mary Coates, Douglas School District , Box Elder, SD.

Mary indicates that due to the long bus rides for some of their students, it is nice for them to have the option to eat at school.  Some parent’s schedules get them pressed for time.  What a great way for them to start their day! 

 

Thanks for sharing Mary.

 

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