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February 14, 2017 NJ moves to 19th place for school breakfast participationNew Jersey is now in the top 20 nationwide for ensuring that more low-income students start their school day with a healthy morning meal, giving them the nutrition they need to concentrate and learn, according to a national report released today. Promote breakfast in your schoolsHelp increase student participation in school breakfast by participating in School Breakfast Week, set for March 6-10 is National School Breakfast Week. Schools across the nation host fun activities to raise awareness of the importance of breakfast and promote effective ways for schools to serve breakfast to more students. This year's theme is "Take the School Breakfast Challenge." The National School Nutrition Association provides a toolkit for schools to plan fun events, activities, giveaways and other ideas to engage students, parents and the entire school community in making sure all students start their day with a healthy meal. |
The Food for Thought School Breakfast Campaign is a partnership of state agencies, child advocates, anti-hunger coalitions, statewide education organizations and national organizations. |
Advocates for Children of New Jersey |