by Ryan Hall | Apr 18, 2012 | Research
Recent research has shed light on the effectiveness of multicomponent school-based interventions in combating childhood obesity, particularly among students in grades 4 through 6 in urban public schools. These schools often serve a high percentage of students eligible...
by Ryan Hall | Dec 5, 2011 | Blog
As school districts across the country grapple with shrinking budgets and economic uncertainty, many are looking for ways to cut costs while still providing essential services to students. One area that often comes under scrutiny is the school food service program....
by Ryan Hall | Nov 29, 2011 | Blog
Boulder Valley, Colorado schools are making waves in the world of school nutrition by embracing a simple yet effective solution: salad bars. This initiative, designed to encourage students to eat more fresh fruits and vegetables, has quickly become a popular and...
by Ryan Hall | Nov 28, 2011 | Blog
As debates over nutrition standards continue to stall in Congress, California schools are pushing forward, setting an example for the rest of the nation with their commitment to healthier school meals. While lawmakers in Washington debate relaxing guidelines,...
by Ryan Hall | Sep 27, 2011 | Blog
A local school district is making strides in its mission to improve the quality of food served to students by using its Wellness Policy as a roadmap for transitioning to scratch cooking in school cafeterias. The district’s effort is part of a larger push to enhance...