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School Nutrition Program Timeline

  • School Nutrition Act - 1946

    President Truman created the School Nutrition Act because he wanted kids to eat healthier so they could live healthy lives.
  • Free and Reduced Lunch - 1946

    Free or reduced lunch offered to kids based on family income.
  • Milk Program - 1960

    Provided needy children with low price pint of whole milk.
  • Breakfast Program - 1975

    Free or reduced breakfast provided for students.
  • Let's Move Program - 2010

    Offers parents helpful info and fosters environments that supports healthy choices