Limes, black beans, and corn are a few things students can bring home from school in Arcadia.
That’s encouraging to the district’s Latino students, who feel their culture is being respected through food.
The school counselor says it’s fostering a sense of pride and belonging, making them more engaged in school.
The food pantry at school is more important than ever as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)—known as FoodShare in Wisconsin—cuts are expected to impact school children by reducing access to free meals, with up to 18 million children across the country potentially losing benefits.
FoodShare supports many students by addressing food insecurity, which is directly linked to improved academic performance, higher graduation rates, and better physical health.
✏️: Salina Heller
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