Student + Breakfast = Achievement

Imagine trying to learn when your stomach is speaking louder than your teacher. It is impossible!  Research shows that the simple act of eating school breakfast can dramatically change a child's school learning experience. In this episode, we discuss National School Breakfast Week and how it serves as a reminder that a healthy breakfast ensures students' academic well-being.  Guests: Lori Adkins, Oakland Schools' Child Nutrition Consultant and Vice President of the School Nutrition Association Stephanie Willingham, Assistant Director for the Office of Health and Nutrition Services for the Michigan Department of Education Bryan VanDorn, Director of Basic Needs Initiatives for United Way for Southeastern Michigan Katie McConkie, Director of Food Services for Lamphere Schools Resources: Oakland Schools United Way 211 Meet Up and Eat Up Lamphere Schools  School Nutrition Association  Host: Oakland Schools' Communications Specialist Sarah Davis Producer: Oakland Schools' Media Production and Distance Learning Manager Mark Hansen