K-12 Schools

High school’s student-run carryout restaurant serves more than food

By FSD Staff on May 12, 2016

East Aurora High School students not only prepare and serve food for the cafe, but also learn how to run a restaurant.

Conn. one step closer to statewide farm-to-school program

By FSD Staff on May 11, 2016

The legislation, which now awaits Gov. Dannel Malloy’s signature, would require the state’s departments of agriculture and education to develop such programs in public schools.

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Why ‘ugly’ produce may be more nutritious

By Dana Moran on May 11, 2016

Organic, scarred fruits and vegetables are found to have higher antioxidants, studies show.

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Tenn. high school pilots hydroponic garden

By FSD Staff on May 11, 2016

Students are testing the efficiency of the soil-free growing method, which may eventually be used to provide produce for student lunches.

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Largest US school districts celebrate Fresh Attitude Week

By Bianca N. Herron on May 10, 2016

The event, created in partnership with the French Department of Agriculture, highlights healthy choices and the inclusion of produce in school meals.

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Amid concerns, Ill. district to enact finger scanning in the lunch line

By FSD Staff on May 10, 2016

Though officials say the new process will streamline cafeteria throughput, some groups are encouraging parents to question the implications of children using such technology.

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