Augusta Independent Schools Nutrition and Physical Activity Report Card “Always Inspiring Success” AIS is a CEP School Augusta Independent Schools participates in the Community Eligibility Provision. The Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) is a provision from the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010 that allows schools and local educational agencies (LEAs) with high poverty rates to provide free breakfast and lunch to all students. CEP eliminates the burden of collecting household applications to determine eligibility for school meals, relying instead on information from other means-tested programs such as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families. PROGRAM ACTIVITY K - 5 6-12 DAILY RECESS YES NO 150 MINUTES OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION OFFER FACILITIES TO FAMILIES AND COMMUNITY CLASSROOM PHYSICAL ACTIVITY PER DAY INTRAMURAL OPPORTUNITIES Physical Activity & Achievement Schools play a crucial role in influencing physical activity behaviors. Sound curriculum, policies, and facilities create an environment encouraging students and staff to engage in a variety of physical activity opportunities. Evidence supports a correlation between ACT scores and the physical well-being of students.

Total Breakfast Served School Breakfast The School Breakfast Program (SBP) was established in 1966. School districts receive federal reimbursement for each school breakfast served that meets the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s nutrition guidelines. Studies show that children who participate in the School Breakfast Program have significantly higher standardized achievement test scores than non-participants. Children with access to school breakfast also had significantly reduced absence and tardiness rates. National School Lunch The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) was conceived in 1946 as a “measure of national security to safeguard the health and well-being of the Nation’s children.” School districts receive federal reimbursement for each school lunch served that meets the United States Department of Agriculture nutrition guidelines. These guidelines promote meal quality while commodity donations help the farmer and help schools keep down meal prices. The Augusta Independent Schools lunches are planned on a three-week menu cycle. Federal regulations require that we offer minimum portion sizes of meat, fruit and/or vegetable, grains/breads and fluid milk during every lunch meal service. The portion sizes are designed to meet the needs of growing children and, as a rule, we increase the sizes as the children grow older. We offer whole grains daily and we attempt to offer fresh fruits and vegetables every day. The menu cycle provides for variety and allows us to make the most efficient use of the donated commodities, especially seasonal fresh fruits. We offer fat free flavored milk and 1% white milk, as well as 100% fruit juice. Figures are for March 2018 No of Sites 1 Total Breakfast Served 3070 Total Lunches Served 4294 In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability. To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Adjudication, 1400 Independence Ave, SW, Washington, D.C. 202500-9410 or call toll free 866-632-9992 (Voice). Individuals who are hearing impaired or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at 800-877-8339; or 800-845-6136 (Spanish), USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Augusta Independent Schools Physical Activity and Nutrition Report Findings and Recommendations Nutrition Environment: Child Nutrition Programs are accessible to all children and meet federal, state and local guidelines. All foods and beverages made available on campus during the school day are consistent with the current National School Lunch Program regulations All foods made available on campus adhere to food safety and security guidelines. The school environment is safe, comfortable, pleasing, and allows ample time and space for eating meal. Physical Activity Environment: Students in grades K-5 participate in daily recess activities. Students in grades 6-12 participate in physical education classes. Classroom activities promote physical education. Students in grades K-5 have intramural opportunity. Students in grades K-5 also participate in Spark Program. AIS has a state of the art fitness facility utilized by students and community. Promote healthy eating and choices per the Child Nutrition Program. Encourage all students to participate in physical activities. Make sure all students have time to enjoy healthy lunch and breakfast. School will continue to provide a clean and safe environment for students. Encourage all members of school and community to be role models in proper eating habits and physical activity.