The PTA Wellness Committee is dedicated to keeping the school
community informed about issues related to the health, nutrition,
physical fitness and overall wellness of the students at PS9. In
addition, we look for ways to continually increase and improve the
opportunities to keep our kids healthy and physically fit. We work
with the school cafeteria staff, the administration, PTA executive
board and other PTA committees to ensure that “wellness” is integrated
when and wherever possible.
Public Hearing About School Food
NY City Council hosted a public hearing to address the policies and
contracts of the Department of Education’s Office of SchoolFood, including
the collection of lunch fees, the universal free breakfast program, and
on the procurement of more local produce for school meals. [link to
article GothamSchools by Elizabeth Puccini on 2/15/11]
Let’s Move, Nationwide Campaign Led by Michelle Obama to End Childhood Obesity
This campaign calls for initiatives that get parents more informed
about nutrition and exercise, improve the quality of food in schools,
make healthy foods more affordable and accessible for families, and
focus more on physical education.
Michelle Obama on Childhood Obesity
Let's Move Child Nutrition Fact Sheet
Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act Signed Into Law
December 2010
December 2010: Over 31 million children receive meals through the school lunch program. This legislation intends to help provide all children with healthy food in schools, provide children with healthier and more nutritious food options, educate children about making healthy food choices, and teach children healthy habits that can last a lifetime.
Obama's Healthy Hunger-Free Kids Act
PS9 Cafeteria – Surprise! (News@9 article)
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