1. Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Project PA Work Session Topic: Breakfast Programs November 14, 2002

2. Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Benefits of Breakfast

3. Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Benefits of Breakfast Better standardized test scores in math and reading

4. Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Benefits of Breakfast Decreased tardiness and absenteeism

5. Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Benefits of Breakfast Improved attention and concentration

6. Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Benefits of Breakfast Increased energy

7. Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Benefits of Breakfast Fewer visits to Nurse’s Office

8. Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Benefits of Breakfast Better dietary intake

9. Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Benefits of Breakfast Fewer behavior problems

10. Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Benefits of Breakfast Learn healthy eating habits

11. Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Benefits of SCHOOL Breakfast

12. Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Benefits of SCHOOL Breakfast Social opportunities Social opportunities Natural sleep and eating routines Natural sleep and eating routines Relieves A.M. stress Relieves A.M. stress

13. Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Benefits of SCHOOL Breakfast Some need second breakfast Some need second breakfast The only breakfast for some The only breakfast for some

14. Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Benefits of SCHOOL Breakfast Everyone benefits from the academic, health, social, and behavioral effects. Everyone benefits from the academic, health, social, and behavioral effects.

15. Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Breakfast Statistics

16. Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa 2001 - 2002 NSLP schools SBP schools % of NSLP w. SBP Rank PA3,8642,52565.338 USA97,14675,36377.6 Source: School Breakfast Scorecard: 2002. Food Research and Action Center (FRAC)

17. Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa 2001 ADP NSLP meals ADP SBP meals % of NSLP eating SB PA 954,51 6 182,91 4 19 Source: Pennsylvania Department of Education, Division of Food and Nutrition

18. Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa March 2002 % of NSLP Free & Reduced Price eating SB Rank PA36.634 USA42.9 Source: School Breakfast Scorecard: 2002. Food Research and Action Center (FRAC)

19. Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Project PA Training Plans

20. Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa 1. Identification of Issues Gathering of data/stats Review of Literature Focus Groups

21. Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa 2. Targeted Education Strategy High Achievers Considering starting or promoting a program Low interest 3 Groups:

22. Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Low interest Needs: Motivation and Action Steps Master Instructor Training

23. Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Master Instructor Workshops -local level group training sessions

24. Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Considering starting/ promoting a program Needs: Consultation and Skills One-on-one consultation

25. Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa High Achievers Needs: Recognition and Reinforcement Mentors and Models

26. Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa “Breakfast Brigade” - School breakfast program “experts” provide one-on-one consultation.

27. Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Master Instructors -- Barriers Identified Type here

28. Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Focus Groups

29. Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Focus Groups Plans 2 focus groups with SFS Directors 2 with School Administrators

30. Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Focus Groups Conducted 2 with SFS Directors 2 with Principals 1 with Business Managers 1 with Students 2 with Parents

31. Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Preliminary Focus Group Results

32. Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa School Administrators -- Barriers Identified Transportation Issues Time Lack of student interest Supervision Issues Stigma Space Issues Conservative Attitudes Scheduling Conflicts Cost

33. Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa School Administrators -- Other Points Value of parent support was emphasized. Promotion was not seen as their responsibility. Viewed as program for Free/Reduced students. Elementary level principals, in general, more supportive.

34. Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa SFS Directors -- Barriers School Administrators Personalities of SFS staff and/or cafeteria monitors SFS Programs not valued as part of “education side of the school.”

35. Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Students What they want for breakfast - Cereal Oatmeal Bagels Fresh fruit Toaster strudels Doughnuts Food made from scratch

36. Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Students What would make you want to participate? Hot food Relaxed time More sleep Social aspect

37. Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Students What would you do to get students to participate? Serve hot, fresh food. Serve a variety of food. Survey kids. Allow students to eat in homeroom. Provide pleasant surroundings.

38. Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Parents All were supportive, but some questioned foods offered. Unfamiliar with how programs get started. Did not recognize active role for parents.

39. Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Project PA http://nutrition.psu.edu/projectpa Personalities of SFS staff and/or caf. monitors SFS Programs not valued. Transportation Issues Time Lack of student interest Supervision Issues Stigma Space Issues Conservative Attitudes Scheduling Conflicts Cost Barriers Type here