Table 4 Nutrition Policies

 Policy #1

New fruits and vegetables will be introduced through structured food tastings. Non-food rewards will be given for participation.

 Policy #2

Children will never be forced to eat or try new foods. Children will decide how much to eat at every meal and snack.

 Policy #3

Food will not be given as a reward or taken away as punishment.

 Policy #4

Staff members will sit at the table with children during meals and snacks.

 Policy #5

Staff members will model healthy behavior by consuming the same food and drinks as the children and will not consume other foods and drinks in front of the children.

 Policy #6

Meals will be served family style.

 Policy #7

Teachers will incorporate Healthy Habits for Life into current curriculum and deliver lessons to children.

 Policy #8

Staff will have the opportunity to participate in a free staff wellness program.

 Policy #9

Healthy contests coordinated with the Healthy Habits for Life curriculum and staff wellness program will encourage children and staff to participate in healthy behaviors. Non-food rewards will be given for student and staff participation.

 Policy #10

The center will have guidelines for foods or nonfood items brought into the facility and served for holidays and celebrations.

 Policy #11

Holidays will be celebrated with mostly healthy foods and nonfood treats.