Lunchroom as an Extension of the Classroom
Source/Author: Lynn Hayes, Dining Director
December 08, 2016
When the dining environment, meal program, and community atmosphere are well-constructed, lunch becomes a learning experience that facilitates social skills, self-care and intellectual curiosity. Students can use this unstructured time to relax, build relationships with friends, interact with classmates, discuss topics of personal interest and become comfortable conversing with adult faculty and staff. Essentially, the lunchroom becomes an extension of the classroom.
Read more about the benefits of school lunch and how SAGE Dining Services makes lunch a more enriching, educational experience in their “Lunchroom as Classroom” posts at sagedining.com/blog.
Read more about the benefits of school lunch and how SAGE Dining Services makes lunch a more enriching, educational experience in their “Lunchroom as Classroom” posts at sagedining.com/blog.
Nutrition Tip: Good nutrition plays an important role in maintaining a healthy immune system. Our SAGE Dining Services Registered Dietitians say that consuming a variety of nutrient-rich foods can help you and your family stay healthy this cold and flu season.
- Start the day with breakfast
- Strive to eat 5 to 9 servings of fruits and vegetables each day
- Swap whole grains for refined grains.
