Farm to School

Farm to School links schools and local farms with the goals of serving healthy meals in school, improve student food options, educate students, and support local and regional farmers.

Benefits of a Farm to School program

• More fresh foods on the school menu
• Kids learn about where their food comes from and what it looks like when it is grown
• More students take part in the school meal program
• Fresher food tastes better
• Decreased food miles
• Money is put back into Ohio’s economy

Farm to School Programs in Cuyahoga County
South Euclid-Lyndhurst School District

How do we become a Farm to School District?

• Form a group of people who would like to see more fresh foods on the school menu
• Gather information to support a program
• Meet with other programs
• Make a plan

Success Story from the South Euclid-Lyndhurst City School District

From Farm to School: Changing Eating Habits One Plate at a Time

Final 2011-12 SEL Farm to School Report

Farm to School Program Links

• Ohio Farm to School
• National Farm to School
• 2012-13 Capacity Assessment

South Euclid Lyndhurst Media Coverage

• WEWS South Euclid School Coverage
• WOIO South Euclid School Coverage
• Plain Dealer South Euclid School Coverage
• News Herald South Euclid School Coverage

Tips for Using Locally Grown Products Safely

Using Products in School Cafeterias and Buildings