Setting up a BIC program in your district is a monumental task but if you break it down to
to stop by the principal and the custodian’s offices and deliver breakfast there as well!
“
a few schools at a time it will make the process run much smoother. It’s my experience that finding the principal of a school that is a champion of breakfast in the classroom and a champion of the value it brings to the students is a good starting point. Perhaps your Superintendent of schools has decided that the BIC program will be implemented and it’s up to you to move this program forward. Getting stakeholders onboard is vital. Key players include: principals, teachers, custodians, and parents.
Another option to gather much needed support from the parents, is showcasing a Breakfast Tasting during an after-school family event at your district. Join with your PTA and schedule an evening Breakfast Tasting. Parents and students will line up as you introduce all the healthy, nutritious options available with a breakfast in the classroom program. If you need assistance starting your program, please reach out to me I would be happy to offer guidance. The
When everyone eats together you create a healthier climate for learning, giving each student the best opportunity to succeed. Kids learn better when they’re not hungry.
most important element in the breakfast in the classroom program, is the difference you will be making in the health and well-being of our nations school-aged children. Remember, it’s not good nutrition if the kids don’t eat it!
One sure method of engaging your stakeholders is to serve them breakfast. Promote a Teachers Only Appreciation Breakfast Day! Send your food nutrition staff down the halls delivering a sampling of delicious breakfast choices. Remember
Debi Havens, SN Bag Lady K-12 Sales Manager, Norris Products
Debi has been an industry member in school nutrition for over 25 years. Problem solving is what has driven her passionate spirit in creating specifically designed equipment for school nutrition programs. She was instrumental in the design and manufacture of the first insulated milk-crate delivery bag. Collaborating with school districts, she then added two more bags that are now the industry standards for mobile school nutrition programs, along with the transport cart.
She resides in Florida and is a very proud Nana to Evan & Elsi and her grand-twins, Easton & Hudson.
Powered by FlippingBook