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TEXAS PUBLIC SCHOOL NUTRITION POLICY

SCHOOL MEAL PROGRAMS OVERVIEW

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FOR CHILD NUTRITION PROFESSIONALS

FOR KIDS

Texas Public School Nutrition Policy

FMNV Reminder

Texas Public School Nutrition Policy

More than 30 percent of Texas children are considered overweight or obese, which is significantly higher than the nation as a whole. Our schools are in a powerful position to influence children, which is why we created the Texas Public School Nutrition Policy.

These nutrition guidelines are a result of a collaborative effort among parents, school administrators, health professionals and members of the food industry. Its purpose? To promote a healthier environment in Texas schools and help ensure a healthier future for Texas children.

Texas Public School Nutrition Policy

TPSNP as published in the Texas Administrative Code.

FMNV Reminder

Regarding USDA's Foods of Minimal Nutritional Value (FMNV) Exemption List:

Foods and beverages that have been exempt from the FMNV regulation are not equally exempt from the Texas Public School Nutrition Policy (TPSNP). This means that all exempted foods must meet TPSNP standards if they are to be served or made available to students of school campuses. Please see the Policy Clarification section of the Web site available at: www.squaremeals.org/fn/render/channel/items/0,1249,2348_2351_0_0,00.html

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