Good nutrition and learning go hand in hand.
Downey Unified’s Food Services is a team of food and nutrition professionals dedicated to students’ health, well-being, and their ability to learn. By promoting healthy habits for lifelong nutrition and fitness practices, we support learning.
EATING BREAKFAST CHANGES LIVES…
On average, students who eat a daily breakfast:
Achieve 17.5% HIGHER SCORES on standardized math tests
Attend 1.5 MORE DAYS of school per year
Students who attend class more regularly are 20% MORE LIKELY TO GRADUATE from high school
High school graduates typically earn $10,090 MORE per year and enjoy a 4% higher employment rate
BREAKFAST & LUNCH is FREE daily for all Downey Unified Students
News and Announcements
Healthy Christmas Treats for the Holiday Season
The holiday season is filled with festive fun, cozy comforts, and, of course, delicious treats. But it doesn’t have to be all sugar-filled snacks — there are plenty of healthier options that still bring the cheer without the sugar rush.
Benefits of Eating Lunch at School
In addition to allowing families to save money, eating lunch at school offers multiple other benefits. Read more to discover all the reasons how students can benefit from our school lunches.
The Spookiest Fact This Halloween: We Aren’t Eating Enough Fruits & Veggies
In the spirit of Halloween, let’s talk about something truly frightening. According to a study by the CDC, only 10% of Americans are getting enough vegetables in their diet, and just 12% are eating enough fruit. That’s a pretty horrifying stat!
Resources
The Farm to School @ Home is a series of activities that teach valuable nutrition lessons for students to work on at home.
Lessons for K – 12th in Language Arts, Mathematics, Nutrition, and more! Check out downloadable handouts, activities, and workbooks for you and your students.
These online activities and links are great afterschool enrichment activities for students.
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