Smart Snacks

  • Why are Smart Snacks important?

    • Almost a quarter of kids’ daily calories may come from snacks.

    • Kids who have healthy eating patterns are more likely to perform better academically.

    • Kids consume more healthy foods and beverages during the school day.

    • When Smart Snacks are available, the healthy choice is the easy choice.

    • Smart Snacks Standards are a Federal requirement for all foods sold outside the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program.