Eat Wise OKC is a group of concerned parents who have been working since 2008 to improve the nutritional value of meals served to students in Oklahoma City Public Schools. From their website:
Changes you should already see in OKCPS:
- Fresh fruit daily
- Whole grain breads exclusively
- Removal of all a la carte items in elementary school (a la carte = chips, cookies, sodas, left-over breakfast sweets, etc.)
- Removal of sugary breakfast foods and cereals
- Removal of pop tarts as part of free universal breakfast
Main Goals for OKCPS:
- Recess and playground equipment for all elementary students
- Fresh fruit & veggie snacks daily
- “Hydration Stations” at every school; i.e. water available on the serving lines
- Reduce sugar consumption
- Eliminate food additives: MSG, artificial colors/flavors, preservatives
- Stop the sale of junk food in elementary, middle and high schools
- Replace Styrofoam trays with reusable trays and dish-washing machines
- Support Child Nutrition Services in efforts to move to healthier menu items and away from fast food items
- When the above is achieved, we will have fresh food prepared and served daily.
