The Ripley Union Lewis Huntington Local School District Board of Education is committed to providing school environments that promote and protect children’s health, well-being and ability to learn by supporting healthy eating and physical activity.

 

The Ripley As a required component of the National School Lunch Program, the Ripley Union Lewis Huntington Local School District Board of Education authorized the development and maintenance of a district-wide Wellness Policy. The policy will address the needs of all students in grades K-12 in regards to physical education and nutrition education. It also includes guidelines and requirements for the foods served to students during school as part of the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program. 

 

District Wellness Policy 

If students chose to pack their lunch it is very important that the student and parents work together to pack healthy lunches.

 

The  Child Nutriton Program discourages parents from bringing in non-nutritious “fastfood” from outside establishments. Such items being brought in to the school during mealtime is prohibited unless prior approval is obtained by the School Principal.

 

Students should avoid packing non-nutritious foods in their lunches (i.e., pop, candy) but rather include more healthy options.

 

Home Packed Lunch Suggestions: (Cold, refreshing, nutritious low fat milk (1%, skim) can be purchased at school, along with a selection of bottled waters and 100% juice products).

Healthy snacks are important because they supply nutrients for growth, provide energy, enable children to think clearer and help develop good eating habits early in life. Snacks offer an opportunity to incorporate a variety of new foods. Keep portions small, snacks are not meant to take the place of a meal. Involve your child in the planning and preparation of snacks. Use this as an opportunity to prepare healthy snacks while discussing why that particular snack is good for them.

 

Protein Options

Low fat cheeses

Deli Turkey and Cheese Cottage Cheese

Peanut butter & celery sticks

 

Breads and Grain Options

Bagels (mini)

Microwave lite popcorn

Dry cereal

Cereal/Nutrigrain Bars/Muffins

Whole grain breads/crackers

Tortillas & salsa Pretzels

 

Fruit and Vegetable Options

Fresh Fruit (banana, oranges, apples)

Fresh Veggies with Dip

100% fruit juice

Strawberries with whipped topping

 

Low fat yogurt 

Pudding cup 

 

Miscellaneous Options  

Almonds / Nuts

Sunflower seeds