Nutrition
Breakfast Program
Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board proudly offers breakfast programs for students all our schools. Students with access to a breakfast program are more likely to come to school and participate in class, have better test scores, and are more likely to graduate. Select your area to learn more about the nutrition programs available in our schools in Peterborough, Clarington and Northumberland.
Balanced Day
A "balanced day" refers to the way that the school day is scheduled. Instead of having the traditional morning and afternoon recess and longer lunch break, the balanced day is divided into three 100 minute sessions separated by two nutrition breaks of 40 to 50 minutes. However, different times can be used if the instructional time for each day totals 300 minutes.
Food Resources
Many families in Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board experience food insecurity. There are several resources available within our communities, such as Food Banks and Free/Low-cost Meals.
Additional Resources
Food in Durham - A List of Places to Find Food in Durham Region
Peterborough Public Health – Local Nutrition Programs and Services
Hastings Prince Edward Public Health -Food Programs
Food for All in Northumberland County
School Lunch Ideas
Packing school lunches doesn't need to be hard. Here are some great school lunch ideas and tips to get you started.
This short video offers tips for healthy eating as well as lunch and snack ideas.
School Nutrition Policy
Research shows well-nourished students concentrate better, have stronger memory and demonstrate positive behaviour. This brochure explains how the School Nutrition Policy applies to foods and beverages sold in schools, available through school programs and sold at school events. It also explains where the policy does not apply.
Contact Us
Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board
1994 Fisher Drive
Peterborough, ON K9J 6X6
Phone: 705-742-9773
Toll Free: 1-877-741-4577
Fax: 705-742-7801
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