What are the key themes from Making It Happen?
• Students will select and consume healthful foods and beverages, and schools can make money from healthful options. Many students will choose healthier options when they are available. Schools across the country have proved they can make money by selling more nutritious foods and beverages. Of the 17 schools and school districts in Making It Happen! that reported sales data, 12 increased their revenue as a result of the changes, and four reported no change. • One championsuch as a parent, food service manager, or school principalis usually the driving force behind change. Champions for change vary from school to school and district to district. They include parents, students, food service managers, teachers, principals, and superintendents. The reasons for change also vary; they include concerns about food waste at lunchtime, childhood obesity statistics, and the types of foods available in school. • Teams are essential for creating healthy school nutrition environments. Every success
