What does “eat. learn. live.” mean?
eat. We improve the well-being of our students by preparing fresh, delicious and nutritious meals they
love. We engage students and all of their senses through the creation of new and fresh dining
experiences that improve their school day.
earn. We build sharp minds and strong bodies with a healthful, balanced approach to school dining.
We share our knowledge of the life-enhancing benefits of good nutrition with students, our families and
our communities.
live. We enrich the lives of our students and the communities we live through socially responsible and
sustainability best practices. We are planting the seeds of health and wellness.
We share our knowledge of the life-enhancing benefits of good nutrition with students, our families and
our communities. In order to make good decisions about the foods they eat, we believe that students
need two things: healthy options and the insight to choose wisely. We go beyond the café with our
nutrition education programs, setting the stage for smart dining decisions that will pave the way for a
lifetime of success and well-being.
Simply Good is an annual food and nutrition education program that expands students’ knowledge of
food to include nutrition facts, sustainability information and even food preparation tips.
This program aims to move the conversation about food from the cafeteria to the classroom, hallways,
homes and the community. Student awareness of food is often very limited to their own personal
experiences. Through special events, activities and special food focuses, we educate students about the
importance of eating healthy meals, while also introducing a variety of new ingredients that broaden
their food horizons. Monthly activities highlight seasonal and nutrient-rich foods such as red and orange
vegetables in the Fall and leafy green and cruciferous vegetables in the Spring to engage students
around healthful eating and living.