Explore resources to advance health benefits of milk & dairy for school-age children through science, school meals and education.
Well-Nourished, Brighter Futures: Dairy Dialogue: Visioning Equitable and Sustainable Solutions for School Meals and Student Success, united multisector leaders committed to advancing student wellness by shaping equitable, sustainable and inclusive school meals that reflect the needs of California’s youth.
Download the report to learn ways to reimagine school meals and take action to support the integration of nutrition education, expand culturally relevant dairy offerings and reinforce local food systems.
Access nutrition research and publications translating the health benefits of milk and dairy.
Empower healthy school communities through policy, nutrition and dairy agricultural literacy.
Learn promising practices to inspire change.
Dairy is often viewed narrowly in school nutrition. This session explores evolving dairy science and helps school nutrition dietitians apply it to student health, menu quality, and practical food-based nutrition messaging.
This session brings dairy guidance into practice, with special relevance for school nutrition dietitians balancing nutrition standards, student acceptance, and meal appeal. Participants will explore how dairy can support strong menus.
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To learn more about the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act of 2025 and the health benefits of milk for growing children, download the fact sheet.
For the final rule and policy guidance on Whole Milk for Healthy Act of 2025, visit: California Department of Education
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Read our feature: "Know Why Milk Matters: Bringing More Milk Options Back to Schools"
