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Milk Program
Began in Chicago in 1940. Was made part of the Child Nutrition Act in 1960. Provided needy children with a low price pint of whole milk. -
School Nutrition Act
President Harry S. Truman created the School Nutrition Act in 1946. This act came in response to the military rejecting men because of their health-related problems.The President wanted to ensure that children were eating well so they would grow up to be healthy, productive citizens. Even though the school lunch program had been around before this time. This act also ensured that the schools would receive allotments of USDA agriculture and meat. -
Free and Reduced Lunch Program
Provides students with a lunch for free or at a reduced price. Based on family income. -
Breakfast Program
Began as a pilot project and was made permanent in 1975. Provides students with a healthy breakfast at a free or reduced price. Based on family income. -
Let's Move! Program
Let's Move! is a comprehensive initiative, launched in 2010, dedicated to solving the challenge of childhood obesity. Let's Move! offers parents helpful information and fosters environments that support healthy choices. It focuses on providing healthier foods in schools, ensuring that every family has access to healthy, affordable food, and helping kids become more physically active. -
Hunger-Free Kids Act
In 2010, President Obama reauthorized the Hunger-Free Kids Act. This act provides more funding for school lunch programs. It also supports more fresh fruits and vegetables in the cafeteria. It also raises nutritional standards in child care facilities. It allows for the USDA to raise quality standards for school breakfasts and lunches. It encourages the farm-to-school program and for schools to plant gardens. Overall, it encourages wellness and nutrition in school and daycare settings.