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The Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010 requires schools participating in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) to make free water available to students during meal times where they are served. The standards also require schools in the School Breakfast Program (SBP) to make drinking water available when breakfast is served in the cafeteria.
In addition to the requirements, schools can use a variety of strategies to:
•Ensure that water fountains are clean and properly maintained.
•Provide access to water fountains, dispensers, and hydration stations throughout the school.
•Allow students to have water bottles in class or to go to the water fountain if they need to drink water.
US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) standards and regulations assure that public water supply is clean and safe before it leaves the water utility. However, lead plumbing parts (pipes, fittings, and fixtures) can contaminate water after it leaves the water main. Schools can test the water quality and have a plan in case there is contamination. In cases when tap water may not be safe to drink, schools can provide drinking water to students in other ways until the contamination can be fixed. This includes installing filtration systems or purchasing drinking water.
Water access in schools: Why it’s important and how schools can help
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These short video training modules guide schools on steps to take to help students drink more water during the day. School staff will learn what can be done to ensure water is available, safe, and promoted as an ideal beverage choice.
•Module 1: Water Access in Schools: Why it’s important and how schools can help
•Module 2: Safe Drinking Water in Schools
•Module 3: Building Access to Drinking Water in Schools
Schools can find a way to urge students to drink water all through the school day: 1. Improve water quality. Schools can test their drinking water and correct any issues to make free drinking water more secure and engaging. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has created school guidance for data on testing programs. It is called 3Ts ...
Feb 13, 2018 · There are many ways for school communities – leadership, administration, staff, teachers, students, and parents – to improve school drinking water and help build healthy hydration habits. If your state currently has a voluntary testing program for lead in school tap water (find out here), encourage your district to take full advantage.
Jun 4, 2018 · Studies show that with improved access to water and drinking water education and promotion, children’s water consumption increases and body mass index decreases. Coupled with the cognitive, oral health, “green,” and equity benefits – these are all good reasons to turn to the tap at your school!
Apr 13, 2022 · Schools can help improve water access by installing more water fountains, water coolers, water bottle refilling stations, and other clean drinking water sources. Students tend to drink more water when cups are provided, so schools may consider promoting refillable water bottles and offering cups for students who do not have refillable water ...
Drinking water while at school helps kids learn better. According to a national survey, healthy, active children perform better academically. Drinking water can improve children’s fine motor skills and visual attention, which helps with learning activities such as reading.
