Wellness/Nutrition Policy Workshops

Six regional workshops sponsored by the New Jersey Department of Agriculture during March, with two sessions on each date: 9:30-11:30 a.m. and 1-3 p.m.

Workshops will offer guidance to school districts in developing their Wellness/Nutrition Policy, which must be in place by September 2006 as required by federal and state regulations. These regulations apply to all public and private schools that participate in any of the federally funded Child Nutrition Programs, and to any other public schools that have 5% or more of their students eligible for free or reduced price meals.

One or two members of a district’s team should attend a workshop, including school nurses and/or health/physical education teachers, parents, students, school food service director, school administration, school board representative, and members of the community.

Light refreshments will be offered at morning and afternoon workshop sessions. If registration is insufficient on any date, the afternoon session may be cancelled. All attendees must register in advance and specify their preference of date and session. For registration information and directions, contact the Division of Food and Nutrition at 609-984-0692.

Workshop dates and locations:

For an updated sample policy on this topic, click here, go to Critical Policy Reference Manual  and refer to File Code 3542.