Schools nationwide have made tremendous progress in improving school meals. A recent survey found that school meals are including more whole grains, vegetarian options and fresh produce, and that schools are reducing the sodium and added sugar in the foods they serve. Many schools are also finding new ways to get kids excited about healthy eating through student taste tests, recipe and art contests, ethnic menu choices, school gardens or farm to school programs. Check out www.TrayTalk.org to read recent school meal success stories.
I'm sure there are some schools that have made progress, however, most have not. I did ask Ms. Rice to show me some of these schools. I'm still waiting for a reply.