Provide Tangible Food-Based Support

A detailed description of the practice

Support families who are struggling by providing tangible food-based support such as grocery gift cards.

is cost-efficient to put in place

is effective in promoting health and wellness among students

is well received by most students

is well received by teachers and school staff

is helping build and maintain a healthy school culture

reaches most students and families within a school

reaches the students and families who need it most

is not easy and quick to implement

will not be used for years to come

requires extensive planning

requires additional staff time

requires support or partnerships from outside the school

requires additional funding

is not sustainable over time given staff turnover, costs, training, etc.

is not easy to integrate into the curriculum (Program of Studies)

Is easy and quick to implement if the school has already identified those students or families in need.

May take extra time, but would be extremely beneficial to those in need.

I implemented this at a previous school and it was set up easily and with success.