Edmonton Catholic Schools recognizes the importance of parents in supporting the mental health and well-being of their children. This Parent Nutrition Handbook provides information on the Edmonton Catholic School District Nutrition Administrative Procedure, what you can do as a parent to help support it and useful tips that can be used at home.
Healthy Eating
Providing students with positive food experiences supports their physical and mental health. Schools play a critical role in shaping eating attitudes and behaviours for their students, which lay the foundation for a healthy relationship with food. Here are some resources to support healthy eating:
- Canada Food Guide
- Alberta Nutrition Guidelines for Children and Youth
- Choosing Whole Grains
- Eating Out the Healthy Way
- Energy Drinks
- Fueling Active Kids
- Healthy Snacks
- Healthy Drinks
- Healthy Holiday
- Peanut & Nut-Free Choices
Helping Families Make Healthy Choices
Healthy eating is related to better performance in school. Ensuring that children have healthy breakfasts and lunches to begin their day is important in their engagement and success throughout the day. Here are some tips:
