Published in Deseret News, I argued that given the potential academic and societal benefits, universal school lunch deserves, at minimum, a tryout. The price tag does not seem unrealistic when you compare it to the $80 million allocated for scuba diving, trampolines, and private dance lessons through vouchers.
Local and state school boards, and the Utah Legislature can take manageable steps to gather measurable effects.
Read more by visiting the op-ed on Deseret News and reach out to your school board and legislative representatives.
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