Every child needs nourishment during the day.
Many students would not receive a meal, or a nutritionally adequate meal, if these services were not provided. Research has shown that hungry children experience difficulty learning. A child with an empty stomach is lethargic, irritable and is not able to participate fully in learning experiences. School breakfast has been shown to increase test scores, improve classroom behavior, as well as reduce tardies, absences and trips to the Nurses' Office. Good nutrition is critical to student achievement.