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Breakfast
Challenge 2010
Parents,
Welcome to a new year, 2010. Here at Tri-C we are focusing our efforts on helping our students be their very best. One very important component in helping your child be their very best is providing a good breakfast. The benefits of breakfast have been well researched and remember we have a convenient, nutritious school breakfast program right here at Tri-C.
The following are key reasons why breakfast should be made a priority for every child:
Breakfast equals better behavior
Children who skip breakfast are more tired, irritable, or restless by late morning. These symptoms lead to aggressive behavior that causes children to get in trouble in school. Children who regularly eat a morning meal have more energy, are less likely to exhibit aggressive behavior, and have a better attitude toward school.
Breakfast leads to higher test scores
A study published in 1998 in the Archives of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine showed significantly higher math test scores after children ate breakfast. This and other research has clearly shown that children who consistently eat breakfast test higher in most academic areas.
Eating breakfast led to better class attendance
Children who eat breakfast are absent from school fewer days. They also spend less time in the nurse's office complaining of stomach pains.
More nutritious intake by eating breakfast
Breakfast eaters generally meet vitamin and mineral requirements for prevention of deficiencies. They consume more fiber, vitamin C, calcium and folic acid. Unfortunately, children who miss breakfast do not make up for lost nutrients later in the day.
Eating breakfast helps weight control
Eating breakfast helps to establish a normal eating pattern. Eating regular meals and snacks is a key to maintaining a healthy weight throughout life. Increasing childhood obesity is in part attributed to the disappearance of normal eating patterns in many of today's households. (Katie Clark, MPH, RD)
Activities Planned for Breakfast Challenge 2009
January 4-8 Classroom Presentations Grades K-4
January 12 – 30 Top three classes with the highest percentage of students eating breakfast at home or at school will receive a special treat – total nine class winners.
January 26-30 Top Five at Tri-C – Students will vote for their five favorite breakfasts and the Top Five will be the breakfast menu for this week.
January 2009 Poster Contest – Winners for each grade level will be displayed in the lunchroom for all to view.
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