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Remember, breakfast is always available at school and quite affordable. A full breakfast costs less than convenience store items and is more nutritious. If you qualify for free or reduced-price meals, you also qualify for free or reduced-price breakfast. Lunch costs $2.45. The reduced price is 40¢. Breakfast costs $1.50, The reduced price is 30¢. Take advantage of this option to ensure your child eats a nutritious breakfast. Recent studies show a link between nutrition and learning; a nutritious breakfast helps students be more alert so they can actively participate in class.
ChooseMyPlate.gov is a website that offers information and tips to help build healthier diets. Information such as balancing calories, foods to increase or reduce, as well as, sample menus for a week. Check out the website for more information.