I dread meal times at my school. The school lunches that are currently being provided are so poor in quality and taste that I, and many others, would rather skip our lunch than endure them.

It must not be like this. A study in the United States found that the quality of school lunches had a significant impact on students' dietary quality during school hours (Bauer, Hearst, Escoto, Berge, & Neumark-Sztainer, 2012). And, nutritious and tasty food has been found to increase school attendance, reduce behavioral problems, and generally improve the academic environment (Mozaffarian, et al. 2018).

Improving the quality and taste of school lunches is more than just a matter of personal preference - it contributes to a better educational environment for all students. This is an opportunity for our school to lead the way in prioritizing student health and well-being and significantly enhance the academic performance of its students.

Let's urge our school administration to review the quality and taste of school lunches, by consulting with dietitians, chefs, and students. Please sign this petition to support our fight for healthier, tastier school lunches.