I am a student in New York, and like many others, I often find myself hungry during the morning hours of school. This hunger can be distracting and detrimental to our learning experience.

It's not just me; many students across the city face this issue. According to a study by No Kid Hungry, 3 out of 4 public school teachers say that students regularly come to school hungry (No Kid Hungry). This is an alarming number that needs immediate attention.

Providing morning snacks in schools would help alleviate this problem. It would ensure that all students have the necessary energy for their studies and activities throughout the day.

The benefits of providing snacks are clear - according to a study by American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, children who have regular access to nutritious snacks perform better academically (American Journal of Clinical Nutrition).

We call on the New York Department of Education to implement a policy providing morning snacks for all students in our city's schools. Help us make sure no student starts their day hungry – sign this petition today!