Nutrition

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Proper nutrition is an often forgotten link to student achievement. Healthy eating habits start with parents teaching their children about proper nutrition and healthful choices. They serve as a powerful positive role model for their children. These quick-read PTA resources can help you make better food choices, teach your kids the value of a balanced diet, provide healthy snack options, and more.

You can also find resources and ideas nutrition, health, and wellness in PTA's Great Idea Bank, an online community of parents and PTA leaders sharing ideas on parenting, being involved in PTA, working with schools, and more. In addition, PTA will be publishing a family resource for dealing with tough economic times toward the end of June. Please check back or cost saving tips and advice on managing your money and time for the benefit of your children.

Parent Guides

Small Changes Produce Big Results
Tips for more healthful eating

Snacks Can Provide a Nutrition Boost
Tips for healthy snacking

Programs & Initiatives

Nutrition Overview
What you need to know about nutrition (from PTA's Healthy Lifestyles Guide).

Third Party Resources

Parenting Magazine: 8 Tips for a Healthy School Year

Health-E-tips E-newsletter

School Year's Eve—Aug. 30

On August 30, 2009, families and schools across the nation will ring in the back-to-school season. Join Cookie magazine and National PTA in celebrating this new national holiday.

Make sure you register for your FREE School Year's Eve™ Party Starter Kit and post pictures for a chance for your PTA to win $1,500!

PTA Leaders: Download banners to use on your website at www.pta.org/syebanners.

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PTA Great Idea Bank

Share money-saving tips, ideas on how to be a more involved parent, fun activities to share with your kids, ways to communicate with your child's school and more.

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