Food Services
In March 2004, the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) issued the Texas Public School Nutrition Policy to promote a healthier environment in schools. This policy was the result of a collaborative effort utilizing the expertise from nationally recognized professionals who graciously lent their time and knowledge to this important effort.
The response to TDA’s initiatives to improve the nutrition environments in schools has been overwhelmingly positive. We have received numerous comments and requests for explanations from school administrators, food service personnel, professional associations, parents, and teachers. In response to these comments and suggestions, we have revised the policy to be clearer and to provide schools with more flexibility in the implementation and phase- in dates.
TDA will continue to work closely with schools, communities, health organizations and other groups to provide assistance in this important effort. The support of school boards, administrators and parents across the state is very important to achieve the goal of improving the health of our children.
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