Add more vegetarian/vegan options in the cafeteria

The Issue

This will make it easier for vegetarians/vegans/students trying to eat healthy to get a nutritious school lunch and focus better throughout the day.  Studies show students who eat better tend to focus better in school.  Adding vegan options is an inexpensive, nutritious solution to this problem.  These options include, but are not limited to: salads with vinaigrettes and no meat and/or cheese, fruit salads, veggie burgers, rice dishes, and beans.  Many students do not eat lunch because school lunches often are just burgers, chicken nuggets, and meaty salads.  Vegan diets have been proven to be healthy, and if students who are not getting the nutrients they need at home, but want to make positive dietary choices see more vegan options in schools, they may improve their performance throughout the day. 

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The Issue

This will make it easier for vegetarians/vegans/students trying to eat healthy to get a nutritious school lunch and focus better throughout the day.  Studies show students who eat better tend to focus better in school.  Adding vegan options is an inexpensive, nutritious solution to this problem.  These options include, but are not limited to: salads with vinaigrettes and no meat and/or cheese, fruit salads, veggie burgers, rice dishes, and beans.  Many students do not eat lunch because school lunches often are just burgers, chicken nuggets, and meaty salads.  Vegan diets have been proven to be healthy, and if students who are not getting the nutrients they need at home, but want to make positive dietary choices see more vegan options in schools, they may improve their performance throughout the day. 

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Pinellas County School Board
Pinellas County School Board

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Petition created on March 9, 2015