November Wellness Update
Helena Public Schools
Featured Snack of the Month
Trimester 1 winners win a FINE DINING EXPERINCE for their classmates!
November
A) November’s #MTHarvestoftheMonth is apples! The old saying “an apple a day keeps the doctor away” certainly holds some truth. Apples are an excellent part of a healthy diet by providing fiber, vitamin C, potassium, and other nutrients. Potassium is an electrolyte that is essential to keep your heart beating. Did you have any Montana-grown apples this fall? This SNACK STRONG applesauce is great for cooler weather and makes the kitchen smell amazing. Try adding additional spices such as cardamom and allspice or finish with a little splash of vanilla. Recipe - https://mtharvestofthemonth.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/HOM21_RecipeCard_Apple_EasyApplesauce.pdf Don’t forget to post a pic with your school’s hashtag or complete this form https://forms.gle/bzoi3WioJbUiCQJQ8.
#BroadwaterSNACKSTRONG #BryantSNACKSTRONG #CentralSNACKSTRONG #FourGeorgiansSNACKSTRONG #JeffersonSNACKSTRONG #JimDarcySNACKSTRONG #HawthorneSNACKSTRONG #KesslerSNACKSTRONG #RossiterSNACKSTRONG #SmithSNACKSTRONG #WarrenSNACKSTRONG
B) This tasty SNACK STRONG dip can be made by mixing together some of kids’ favorite ingredients. It can also be made with Sun Butter or Almond Butter. Try different dippers such as pears, whole grain graham crackers, or strawberries. https://www.montana.edu/extension/buyeatlivebetter/recipes/fruitandpeanutbutterdip/index.html . Don’t forget to post a pic with your school’s hashtag or complete this form - https://forms.gle/bzoi3WioJbUiCQJQ8.
#BroadwaterSNACKSTRONG #BryantSNACKSTRONG #CentralSNACKSTRONG #FourGeorgiansSNACKSTRONG #JeffersonSNACKSTRONG #JimDarcySNACKSTRONG #HawthorneSNACKSTRONG #KesslerSNACKSTRONG #RossiterSNACKSTRONG #SmithSNACKSTRONG #WarrenSNACKSTRONG
Apples
Sun butter/ Almond butter
Free and Reduced Lunch
Four Great Reasons to Apply for Free and Reduced Lunch Program
- Nutritious, delicious and convenient meals for your family
- More funding for your school
- Help with school supplies, sports fees and other school costs
- It’s confidential!
If you need assistance paying for your child’s meal costs, the Free & Reduced Lunch program is available to help. In addition to meals, participation in the Free & Reduced Lunch program helps the district identify students who may benefit from additional assistance with school expenses including:
- School supplies and clothing
- Sports and activities fees
- Instrument rentals
- Field trip fees
- Fees for academic tests such as the Advanced Placement exam
Families across a wide range of income levels may qualify based on a variety of factors, including the number of people in your household. If you believe your family may qualify, please apply now, even if you don’t plan to take advantage of this benefit.
Your application is confidential and will not be seen by your school principal or other school staff.
By applying for Free & Reduced Lunch, you also help your entire school. This is because much of our district’s federal funding is based on how many student households qualify for Free and Reduced Lunch. Approved applications help generate additional funding for important student services such as staffing to provide extra academic support for all students, math and literacy curriculum, classroom and academic supplies, and assistance with covering extra-curricular activity costs for students in need.
You do not need to apply for Free & Reduced Lunch if you meet one of the following criteria:
- Certified to participate in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as food stamps
- Certified to participate in the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Program (TANF)
- Certified to participate in Medicaid
- Foster child/family
You may qualify for help and support under other federal funding. To find out how to apply for SNAP or other assistance benefits, please call the Montana Public Assistance Helpline at 1-888-706-1535, apply online at www.apply.mt.gov, or contact a local assistance office.
Click this link to start the Free and Reduced Lunch application: https://www.mymealtime.com/Apps/SignIn.aspx