If you’re looking for a tasty meal in a sanctuary environment, public school cafeterias ain’t it, according to some students who shared details with state education leaders probing the conditions of just not finances but also to enhance the learning environment.
From Richard Chumney, CT Post:
Moldy and unappealing food, limited menu options and prison-like school cafeterias were among the issues raised by city students during recent listening sessions with state education officials.
Some even reported skipping meals and relying on outside food, according to John Frassinelli, the director of school health, nutrition, family services and adult education for the state Department of Education.
Frassinelli shared the findings with the state Board of Education on Wednesday as part of an update on the state’s ongoing oversight of the school system as it moves forward with deep budget cuts due to a large deficit.
“It’s important to note that every student in Bridgeport, every student in every school, can have breakfast and lunch for free,” Frassinelli said. “They were opting not to because of the quality of the school meals, which is significantly concerning.”
…Education Commissioner Charlene M. Russell-Tucker has said state officials will use the findings to help guide her office’s effort to improve student outcomes and build a more supportive school system.
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