Impact of State-Wide Universal Free School Meal Policies
Impact of State-Wide Universal Free School Meal Policies
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During the COVID-19 pandemic, Congress authorized the U.S. Department of Agriculture to provide waivers for schools to provide free school meals to all students, a policy known as universal free school meals (UFSM). While this national policy ended in the summer of 2022, multiple states passed state-wide UFSM policies, enabling all students within the state to receive school meals at no cost.
There is newly emerging evidence highlighting the benefits and challenges of state-level UFSM policies as well as de-implementing UFSM policies in states without these policies. This spotlight session will provide a detailed discussion of the latest research examining the impact of state-wide UFSM policies (as well as the impact of de-implementing UFSM) on outcomes including school meal participation rates, food service revenues, and meal debt, as well as the impact on both parents and students, including stigma regarding school meals.
The impact of this policy on nutrition disparities and food security will also be discussed. Newly emerging research examining policies that compliment and strengthen UFSM policies—such as longer lunch periods and competitive food policies— will also be discussed. Lastly, tools and skills to effectively advocate for and/or implement these policies in schools will be discussed.
Planned with the School Nutrition Services DPG
CPEU: 1.00 (Valid Until September 16, 2028)
Learning Objectives
- Identify the benefits/challenges of UFSM and utilize this knowledge to plan effective school nutrition strategies to address these challenges (e.g., school meal debt and participation).
- Describe the impact of UFSM/de-implementing UFSM on parent and child stigma and utilize this knowledge to plan strategies to reduce stigma in schools.
- Define policies that compliment UFSM (e.g., longer lunch periods and competitive food policies) and utilize this knowledge to effectively advocate for and/or implement these policies.
Performance Indicators
- 3.3.3 Identifies opportunities for mutually beneficial partnerships with individuals or organizations with shared visions.
- 13.3.2 Applies community-based and population-based models and theories in the development of programs and interventions.
- 13.1.2 Leads or participates in the development of food and health policies.
Donna Martin, EdS, RDN, LD, SNS FAND
Moderator
Juliana Cohen, ScD, ScM, RD
Speaker
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