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Schools Provide Free Water, More is Needed to Encourage Consumption
April 17, 2014
A new study reveals that most schools across the nation are complying with USDA’s requirement to offer free, potable drinking water to students participating in the National School Lunch Program. Drinking fountains were the most commonly cited strategy used in providing water in the cafeteria. Although many schools rely on drinking fountains, it is unclear whether fountains are meeting the needs of all students during lunchtime.
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Mission Readiness Unveils New Report, Operation: Hydration
March 6, 2014
One in four young adults are too overweight to join the military. Water in place of sugary drinks can help children become healthy and fit. Proper hydration of soldiers is mission critical. Despite state and federal legislation, there remains significant access, awareness, and compliance challenges to providing water to students in California schools. Read the full report and recommended solutions to improving water access and consumption in schools.
Hot off the Press: Water Works Guide
February 26, 2014
Download your free copy of Water Works – A Guide to Improving Water Access and Consumption in Schools. Children spend much of their day in school and increasing their access to water on campus can help them to develop healthy beverage habits. Download this guide to access strategies, tools, and resources to help you make water the go-to beverage for your students. Questions? Email hector@cfpa.net
USDA Adds Water to the Lunch Line
September 3, 2013
Students are just not drinking enough water, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. But starting today students can expect to see increased access to free potable water wherever school meals are served.
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