School Lunches

How many time have you, the reader, stood in the school lunch line, waiting to get your lunch, and came out with nothing but garbage? Well, I think I know the solution to this problem, as well as others: school gardens! In my personal opinion, school gardens are pretty much essential for not only the education of the students and even teachers, but also, the general welfare of the whole school. They can improve school lunches; can have positive effects on students and teachers; and will give kids like me, a chance to build our skill and respect for the land, in gardening to pass as a legacy, for the future. School lunches are a big problem. They are unhealthy, and usually disgusting. We can improve the taste and health of our school food, and even drinks, by having a school garden on campus. The garden will provide fresh greens, fruit, vegetables, and starches. It might even give us healthier desserts. Think of that: delicious, and healthy sweets! In general, the garden will improve school foods, drinks, and desserts. “With children’s nutrition under assault by fast food and junk food industries, and with only about one-fourth of Florida adults eating recommended quantities of fruits and vegetables, it is no wonder that nearly one-third of Florida’s 10-17 year olds are reported to be overweight or at risk
Teachers report fewer discipline problems when science is taught in this sort of experiential manner, for example.” The garden time of the day, or week, or even month, that the school would decide upon, will give students and teachers an opportunity to get fresh air outside of break and lunch. There have been studies on the effect of fresh air on human brains. When students are exposed to fresh, clean air, it will help their brain involvement. Student engagement is essential to their success in