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Central Unified board adopts school wellness resolution limiting noncompliant snacks to once a month
Summary
The Central Unified Board of Trustees adopted Resolution No. 2042552 after a debate over whether the policy would limit teachers' tools to reward students. The resolution directs schools to limit noncompliant food celebrations to once per month and establishes wellness-committee oversight.
The Central Unified Board of Trustees voted 6-1 on May 13 to adopt Resolution No. 2042552, a district wellness policy that limits celebrations involving foods that do not meet USDA school-meal nutrition standards to once per month per classroom.
Board President Singh said the policy was intended to streamline compliance with federal nutrition rules and reduce high‑sugar, high‑fat items in classrooms. Trustee Carrillo moved to approve the resolution as presented; Trustee Sidhu seconded. After debate, the motion carried 6-1.
Supporters, including Interim Superintendent O'Brien, said the rule is meant to curb…
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