Bag the Junk Blog
Visit Bag the Junk at the NEA Expo 2013 in Atlanta
June 28, 2013
Will you be attending the 2013 NEA Expo in Atlanta? If so, we’d love to meet you! Visit us at booth #201A in the Expo Hall on July 1-2. Read More >>
Swimming in Junk Food
June 26, 2013
All spring I’ve been looking forward to enjoying lazy days at the swimming pool with my children, but there is one huge drawback to all the fun and exercise that can be had at that pool and that, for me, is the snack bar. Read More >>
Interview with Healthy School Champion: Michelle Hayes
June 24, 2013
South Carolina physical education teacher Michelle Hayes shares advice for educators who are looking to get their students eating healthier and moving more. Read More >>
There’s No Summer Vacation for Your Student’s Nutritional Needs
June 21, 2013
During summer vacation, kids who typically receive daily school meals are at an increased risk for both hunger and obesity. Read More >>
Counting Apples Instead of Cupcakes: New Publisher’s Guidelines Encourage Healthy Messages in Schools
June 19, 2013
Nine ways to incorporate healthy eating and physical activity in your classroom lessons. Read More >>
“There are no grocery stores around here, and gas stations don’t sell fruit.”
May 30, 2013
Educator Clint Smith provides a behind-the-scenes look at the reality of his student’s limited access to healthy foods and the affect it has on achievement. Read More >>
The Art of the “Nudge”
May 23, 2013
Simple changes in your school cafeteria will help make the healthy choice the easy choice for students Read More >>
Say what?! Policymakers, Educators, Parents and Military Leaders Agree on Something!
April 25, 2013
Individuals from all sectors of the school community raise their voice to support healthier school food. Read More >>
How Do You Like Them Apples?
April 24, 2013
NEA Health Information Network and more than 200,000 others raised their voice in support of healthy snacks and drinks in schools Read More >>
Why I love working to create healthier school environments
April 5, 2013
Our friends at preventobesity.net recently spoke with Lisa Sharma Creighton to learn why she loves working to create healthier school environments. Read More >>
A Pilot’s Perspective on School Wellness
April 2, 2013
The lessons I have learned from my training as a military pilot may help other parents navigate the route to raising healthy children in today’s challenging environment. Read More >>
Bag the Bake Sale
April 1, 2013
With so many fun and healthy options for fundraisers, why are schools still trying to raise funds with candy, cookie dough, pizza and bake sales? Read More >>
Smart Snacks: The Next Frontier in Making All School Foods Healthy
March 28, 2013
The director of the Kids’ Safe and Healthful Foods Project discusses why and how to support healthy school food Read More >>
Action for Healthy Kids Inspires and Supports Schools to Address Child Hunger and Obesity
March 18, 2013
Learn how the DC Regional School Health Network partnered with local schools and community members address child hunger and obesity, and find out how you can apply for a 2013-2014 grant for your school. Read More >>
Raise Your Voice for Healthy Food in Schools!
March 15, 2013
We need your help to let the USDA know that the school community supports healthy foods and drinks in schools! Read More >>