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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]How many parents actually think the current amount of screen time in schools is a good idea? How many parents will actually challenge this for their child vs accepting this as the new “normal” when there’s really nothing normal about it? How many question the food choices and find ways to challenge processed junk being offered at each meal? I’ve worked at schools that had better food options but it was because of parent push back.

Most parents though don’t push back against changes as much as they should, they would rather say that’s just how it is now than take charge over their child’s education. If you are accepting of it without question then you’re part of the problem. Teachers know it’s not working, it’s part of the reason teachers are quitting in droves, but until the parents step up the madness will continue.[/quote]

Guilty. I hate the amount of screen time and junk food in public school, but instead of pushing back I opted out and decided to send my children to a $45k private. Would rather spend the money than waste time trying to campaign against things that are being heavily promoted by $$$ lobbying (food companies, tech companies)[/quote]

Even in $$$ private school, my kids regularly get served processed food and junk food for snacks, birthdays, and other special occasions (think donuts, candy, cupcakes at like 10am).  We balance that against healthy eating at home and sending in healthy lunches.  But, the problem is widespread.  [/quote]

Ours too, but it is much less frequent. Maybe 25-30 days total. Birthdays and special holidays/class parties. And it’s never candy, they don’t allow candy. I don’t mind donuts or cupcakes from a good bakery.[/quote]

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