Op-eds
Commentary: America’s Youth Have Spoken — They Want More Physical Activity in School
As policymakers, educators, students, administrators, and parents, we must advocate collectively and vigorously for quality physical education and physical activity in schools.
Sep 04, 2024
Youth Insights — Cultivating Healthy Eating for the Future: An Interview With GENYOUth CEO Ann Marie Krautheim, M.A., R.D., L.D.
GENYOUth’s newest Youth Insights report, Fostering Wellness in Youth: Cultivating Healthy Eating for the Future, offers a comprehensive overview of how schools and key stakeholders can foster healthy eating among youth and provides insights directly from students.
Apr 15, 2024
Nurturing The Next Generation: A Collective Pursuit of Nutrition Equity
In the journey to address poor eating habits, nutrition inequity and food insecurity, school meals emerge as a powerful catalyst for positive change. By implementing relatively simple adjustments, we can enhance the impact of school meals not only for children in need but for every student.
Apr 04, 2024
National Nonprofit to Provide Meal Equipment Grants to Local Schools to Feed Students
September is Hunger Action Month, and as Nevada students are back in school, now is the time to step up in support of students’ well-being. We invite Nevada schools to apply for a Super School Meal Equipment Grant, and Nevada residents to nominate their local school to apply for a grant
Sep 26, 2023
As America Goes Back to School, Help Reverse the Decline of Our Children’s Physical Health
As the 2023-24 school year begins, it is important to recognize that the impact of the pandemic continues to play out throughout our society, particularly among our youth. Scores in math and reading have declined while rates of physical and mental health challenges have risen appreciably.
Aug 02, 2023
We Underscore Dairy’s Value in School Meals
Long before American businesses committed to corporate social responsibility, dairy farmers set the precedent for purpose-driven work by producing a product that nourishes youth and families.
Jun 28, 2023
Five Fundamentals of Why School Breakfast Matters!
It’s National School Breakfast Week. As 30 million children rely on school meals for a significant part of their daily nutrition, now is the time for reflection and action.
Mar 06, 2023