reporting requirements .
4 . All child nutrition personnel will have adequate pre-service training , participate in ongoing professional development and strive to hold a state issued or equivalent training certificate .
5 . The Child Nutrition Program will adopt methods of cooking that decrease fat , calorie and sodium levels in food .
6 . Anoka-Hennepin School District will plan menus that will meet the nutrition standards recommended in the Dietary Guidelines for Americans and ensure that the school meals program meets all requirements set forth under U . S . D . A . 7 CFR Part 210 and Part 220 .
7 . Anoka-Hennepin School District will involve families and community organizations in the development of programs to provide school meal options that are culturally sensitive and meet special dietary needs .
C . Food and Beverages Sold and / or Served
1 . Food and beverages offered will be nutrient dense including whole grain products , fiber-rich fruits and vegetables .
2 . Food and beverages offered will include a variety of healthy choices that are of excellent quality , appealing to students and are served at the proper temperature .
3 . Food and beverages offered will minimize use of fats , sodium and sugar as defined by the Dietary Guidelines for Americans .
4 . Portion sizes will be age-appropriate for elementary , middle and high school students respectively .
5 . A la carte , snack bars , vending and school stores will increase the variety of choices of nutritious food such as fruits , vegetables , whole grains and low-fat or non-fat dairy foods .
6 . Nutrition information for products offered in snack bars , a la carte , vending and school stores should be available .
7 . All beverages sold or given away on school premises during the school day must be non-carbonated .
8 . If food is provided for classroom celebration , it must be commercially prepared .
9 . Classroom snacks and celebrations should reinforce the importance of healthy choices . Families will receive information at least annually from the school on foods that are appropriate for such celebrations .
10 . Schools will identify up to four special celebration days when food is given away where exceptions are made to the food requirements under this policy . Additional exceptions must be approved by the site administrator .
11 . All food sold during the school day , including fundraisers and concessions , must meet the same state and federal regulations as the Child Nutrition Program for nutrient content .
IV . Community Collaboration A . Communications with Parents
1 . Anoka-Hennepin School District will support parents ’ efforts to provide a healthy diet and daily physical activity for their children . Anoka-Hennepin School District will share information about healthy food options available in school and suggestions for home .
2 . Anoka-Hennepin School District will provide information about physical education and other school-based physical activity opportunities before , during and after the school day and will support parents ’ efforts to provide their children with opportunities to be physically active outside of school .
B . Product Marketing in Schools
1 . School based marketing will be consistent with nutrition education and health promotion . The promotion of healthy foods including fruits , vegetables , whole grains , lean meats and low-fat dairy products is encouraged .
2 . Schools are encouraged to consider nutritious products , competitive pricing , and product placement and promotion strategies for the consumption of healthy foods .
C . Opportunities Before and After School
1 . Anoka-Hennepin School District encourages the participation of all students in activities such as cocurricular activities , extra-curricular activities , Community Education programs , community and family activities that promote physical activity .
2 . Anoka-Hennepin School District and individual schools will offer a range of activities that meet the needs , interests and abilities of all students including students with disabilities and special health needs .
3 . Anoka-Hennepin School District encourages community use of its facilities for physical activity outside of the normal school day consistent with the district ’ s facility use policy .
4 . All schools will offer physical activity programs such as co-curricular , extra-curricular , intramural or Community Ed programs .
5 . After school childcare and enrichment programs will provide and encourage – verbally and through the provision of space , equipment and activities – daily periods of moderate to vigorous physical activity for all participants .
D . Food and Beverages Served and / or Sold Outside of the School Day
1 . It is a goal that when fundraisers involve selling food , they should promote positive health habits . Information will be provided on fundraising opportunities that promote health and wellness . Schools will collaborate with parent groups and booster clubs to select healthy foods and snacks as part of their programs .
2 . It is the goal that concession stands promote and provide nutrient rich food and beverage choices .
V . Curriculum
A . Schools will provide education to foster lifelong habits of healthy eating and physical activity . Schools will establish linkages between health education , physical education , school meal programs and related community services .
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