School Nutrition Program Timeline

  • Milk Program

    Milk Program
    Started in Chicago.
  • School Nutrition Act

    Led to provision of a meal for each child at school no matter the cost.
  • Free and Reduced Lunch Program:

    Free and Reduced Lunch Program:
    The National School Lunch Act began in 1946. Provides students with a lunch for free or at a reduced price. Based on family income.
  • Milk Program

    Provided needy children with a low price pint of whole milk.
  • Breakfast Program

    Provides students with a healthy breakfast at a free or reduced price. Based on family income.
  • Let's Move! Program

    Let's Move! Program
    A comprehensive initiative, launched in 2010, dedicated to solving the challenge of childhood obesity.
  • Importance

    Eating a healthy lunch provides nourishment to the body and brain. Eating lunch is a chance for your body to have a mental and physical break so it can prepare itself for the remainder of the day. These acts and programs allow for all students to receive the nutritions they need each day no matter their financial circumstances. This is important so that the mind and body can continue to grow properly. In conclusion these programs are monumental steps to healthier lifestyles for all.