Week 8 Writing Homework
- September 11, 2024
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- Imagine you are Maya presenting at the District-Wide Nutrition Fair. Write a persuasive speech encouraging other schools to join your healthy eating revolution. (500 words)
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Ladies and Gentlemen, esteemed educators, and dedicated parents,
Good afternoon. My name is Maya, and I am honoured to be here today at the District-Wide Nutrition Fair. I stand before you not just as a student, but as a passionate advocate for a cause that affects us all: the future of our children’s health. Today, I want to share with you the vision of a healthy eating revolution—one that we can all join to transform the lives of our students, our families, and our community.
Imagine a school where every child is energised, focused, and excited to learn. Picture our students thriving academically, emotionally, and physically because they are fuelled by nutritious, delicious food. This vision is not a distant dream; it is an achievable reality if we come together and embrace a new approach to nutrition in our schools.
We are at a pivotal moment where we can make a significant impact. The rising rates of childhood obesity, diabetes, and other diet-related health issues call for urgent action. But the change we need is not about cutting corners or restricting choices. Instead, it’s about empowering our students with the knowledge and the resources to make better food choices—choices that can set them up for a lifetime of health and well-being.
Here’s why joining this healthy eating revolution is crucial:
Improved Academic Performance: Numerous studies have shown that a well-nourished student is a more successful student. Nutrient-rich foods enhance cognitive function, improve concentration, and boost overall academic performance. By prioritising healthy meals, we’re not just feeding our students; we’re fueling their potential.
Better Physical Health: Healthy eating helps in maintaining a healthy weight, strengthening the immune system, and preventing chronic diseases. When our students are healthy, they are less likely to miss school due to illness and more likely to participate actively in physical education and extracurricular activities.
Enhanced Emotional Well-being: There is a strong connection between diet and mental health. Nutrient-dense foods can improve mood, reduce anxiety, and increase resilience. By providing students with balanced meals, we’re supporting their emotional and psychological well-being, making them more equipped to handle the challenges they face.
Long-term Life Skills: By teaching students about healthy eating, we are equipping them with valuable life skills. They will learn how to make informed food choices, understand nutrition labels, and develop healthy cooking habits. These skills are crucial for their future independence and well-being.
So, how can we make this revolution a reality in our schools?
Collaborate and Share Best Practices: We should form a network of schools committed to healthy eating. By sharing resources, successful strategies, and innovative ideas, we can create a robust support system that benefits everyone involved.
Engage the Whole Community: Parents, teachers, and local businesses all play a role in this revolution. Host workshops, cooking classes, and nutrition seminars to involve the entire community in the mission of healthy eating.
Incorporate Nutrition Education: Integrate nutrition education into the curriculum. Teach students about the importance of a balanced diet, the impact of food on their bodies, and how to make smart food choices.
Revamp School Menus: Work with nutritionists to create appealing and nutritious menus that cater to diverse tastes and dietary needs. Ensure that healthy options are not just available but are also enticing and enjoyable.
Ladies and Gentlemen, the healthy eating revolution starts with us. Together, we can make a commitment to transforming the nutritional landscape of our schools. Let’s join forces to create an environment where our students can thrive, excel, and lead healthier lives. Your support is not just appreciated—it is essential.
Thank you for your time, and let’s embark on this exciting journey towards a healthier future for our children.
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yuezhu-xuehotmail-com (1)
Sorry it’s really long…
Week 8 Writing:
Ladies and gentlemen, esteemed guests,
I deeply appreciate the opportunity to speak with you today. My name is Maya.
We live in a time where most cafeterias at our children’s schools are infested with all sorts of junk food and frozen products. From the moment your child first steps into their brand-new school to the moment they step out, they’re being fed unhealthy products by the school cafeteria. Should we really allow the practice of feeding children this to continue to the extent where it becomes too late to stop?
Children, like all of us, deserve to be fed healthy, nutritious foods. After all, they are growing. Along with a healthy amount of exercise, study and play, they also need to form the correct feeding habits and make sure they’re eating good, fresh food.
But to start, I would like you to first imagine you’re in your child’s shoes.
You’re walking out of your maths class and slowly head in the direction of the cafeteria. A strong smell of old, expired foods and glop wafts past your nose, making your stomach slosh in discomfort. The doors are pushed open, and you take your place in the lunch line to get your daily serve, dread and unease gnawing at your stomach. What’s for lunch today? As soon as it’s your turn to receive your lunch, the lady at the counter smiles crookedly, her hands grubby and stained with grease and dirt. She digs into the white bread tray with her filthy hands and produces a stained piece, before ladling an unhealthy amount of baked beans onto the bread. She beckons you off and you hurry to your table, trying not to gag. Where are the colours of fresh fruit, of sliced veggies? Your baked beans oozing on your plate are pale and colourless, their gravy more like water! The bread is soiled, stained blackish in some places!
Now ponder upon this: This isn’t a dystopian scenario that I am simply creating, sadly, it’s the reality of many children like me today.
Secondly, let’s discuss the importance of forming healthy eating habits and forming a strong immune system with good food.
Children are growing up in a rapidly changing world, where obesity rates and many cafeterias are supplying more unhealthy food. Forming good and healthy eating habits isn’t important, it’s vital.
When you form healthy eating habits, not only do you benefit by having a stronger immune system, but it also helps kids to form a sense of discipline when it comes to eating healthy and safe.
Unhealthy food and junk may seem appealing to the eye, with a kaleidoscope of colours and sugar-coated treats, but inside it’s not any good. The bad food doesn’t contain nutrients or vitamins- some of the most important things children need to grow and thrive. All it contains is fats and unhealthy sugars. To make matters worse, while their body is still recovering from the intake of these foods, children’s immune systems will become weaker, as it’s harder to fight two battles at once, opening up a stream of problems like the flu, colds and diseases.
Third, let’s touch base on the topic of rising obesity rates and the ugly truth. Obesity is excessive body fat. And where else does that bad fat come from than junk? Doughnuts, pastries, lollies, ice-cream, fast food like pizza and burgers, I could go on. The thing is, most cafeterias only have those options in their menus, making the healthy choices increasingly slim. And a very pressing issue is that children have gotten used to consuming this type of food, having already formed unhealthy eating habits.
This is exceptionally horrible to do to our kids. When we let this continue to happen, we’re letting them be in danger of a weaker immune system, bad eating habits, and even being obese, which leads to a significant risk of cardiovascular diseases and diabetes.
At my school, we’ve improved our situation dramatically. Learning about superfoods, introducing ‘Spectrum Splash’ which encourages everyone to keep their lunch plates stacked high with multicoloured foods and have even made Healthy Mind and Healthy Body Day, which is all about learning where certain veggies and fruits come from and even planting gardens! There are certain challenges to installing this change, like, ‘Healthy food is very expensive!’ or ‘Kids like what they’re eating and don’t want veggies.’ We’ve found plugs to all those drains! Our cafeteria staff have become experts at thinking up nutritious food mixes that are affordable and healthy, with a school nutrition committee at their side. Every day, kids have a rotating schedule to help prepare and make meals, and we’ve found this makes kids much more likely to eat them!
So, here’s my challenge to all of you: Start introducing small changes in your child’s school lunches, like a ‘Wholesome Wednesday’ or ‘Tofu Tuesday’. Get your kids active and excited about this program by turning it into a fun experience!
Every healthy choice is a step towards a better future. By improving our school meals, we’re not changing lunches – we’re changing lives. Let’s make healthy eating the next big thing in education!
Thank you.
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The Chomping Rebellion
Hello everyone! I’m Maya from Oakridge Elementary and I’m here to take you to our side of health.
As the class bell rang, signing that students could go to lunch, I walked into the cafeteria, dreading what lunch was about to come. When I got to the line, I felt impatient by how long the line was which was the whole place. After the painful and palpable hours of waiting I finally got to the start of the line, and after all the time that I had been waiting for I only got the most horrendous pizza, the most anarchic placement of chocolate milk and a grey glop of corn mixed with mashed up beetroot. My eyes watered as I stared into the revolting food, I seriously wanted to chuck the food straight in the bin. The food smelled like rotten eggs after years of being in a hot, humid drawer. As I took a tiny bit of the grey glop, I immediately wanted to go to the toilet to vomit it out. The taste was like the Surströmming from Sweden.
But here is how we can change the way that Oakridge Elementary serves us. We can first go small steps at a time not just one big step straight away otherwise the kids will just riot. Then we can make those tickets that if you eat 3 days of healthy then 2 snacks of junk. Also, we already have evidence that this works because our soccer team had lost every game last term but now since they followed the healthy eating plan, they have won the school’s championship.
Yes, Yes, Yes, I know what you are thinking. ‘Um…… healthy is expensive’ or “Kids hate veggies.’ Well, we can just get sponsors from Woollies or Coles as they can just give us the healthy food for free. As for the ‘Kids won’t like veggies,’ we can always use the step-by-step method so that the kids will get used to it.
So, here is the challenge are you ready to join the Chomping Rebellion?! Maybe start small with a ‘Veggie Wednesday’ or a ‘New Fruit Friday Party.’ Come on get kids excited and turn it into a fun activity not just ‘Ok fine I will eat healthy.’
Remember, every healthy choice is the path to the future. By making school meals healthy we are not making lunch bland we are making the kids get into fantastic new habits.
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_stephxlihotmail-com
Dear Ladies and gentleman, educators and members of the board,
I’m Maya, and I’m thrilled to be here today at the District-Wide Nutrition Fair. Today, I want to share with you a vision—a vision of a healthier, more vibrant future for our schools, our students, and our communities. I’m here to invite you to join us in a revolution—a healthy eating revolution.
We all know that the foundation of our health and well-being begins with what we eat. But let’s be honest: too often, we settle for convenience over nutrition. Fast food and sugary snacks might be quick and easy, but they don’t fuel our bodies or minds in the way we need to excel. It’s time for a change—a shift towards a healthier, more balanced approach to eating that supports not just our physical health but our academic success and overall happiness.
Imagine a school where every meal is not just a break from the classroom but a boost for the brain. Picture a cafeteria where colourful fruits and vegetables are not the exception but the norm, where whole grains and lean proteins are the staples, and where every bite contributes to a brighter future. This isn’t just a dream—it’s a reality we can achieve together.
At our school, we’ve embarked on this journey with remarkable results. We’ve seen our students become more energetic, more focused, and more enthusiastic about learning. Our test scores are improving, and our students are reporting higher levels of satisfaction and well-being. The benefits of this shift are not just measurable in numbers but in the smiles and vitality of our students.
But we can’t do this alone. We need to build a network—a community of schools united by a common goal: to make healthy eating accessible and appealing for every student. Here’s why joining this revolution is not just a choice but an opportunity you won’t want to miss:
Healthier Students Lead to Better Learning: Studies show that a nutritious diet improves cognitive function and concentration. When students eat well, they perform better academically and are more engaged in class. By prioritising nutrition, we’re investing in our students’ success.
Fostering Lifelong Habits: Schools play a crucial role in shaping lifelong habits. By promoting healthy eating, we’re teaching our students to make better choices throughout their lives. We’re not just feeding their bodies; we’re feeding their futures.
Creating a Positive School Culture: A focus on health creates a vibrant school environment. Imagine students excited about meal times, actively participating in cooking classes, and engaging in discussions about nutrition. This positive culture extends beyond the cafeteria, fostering a sense of community and well-being.
Cost-effective and sustainable solutions: We’ve found that investing in healthier food options can be cost-effective in the long run. By partnering with local farms and suppliers, we’re not only supporting our local economy but also ensuring the freshness and quality of our food.
A Collaborative Effort: Joining this revolution means becoming part of a larger movement. You’ll have access to resources, training, and support from a network of schools already seeing success. Together, we can share strategies, overcome challenges, and celebrate victories.
So, I urge you all today: take this opportunity to be pioneers of change. Let’s embrace this healthy eating revolution with open arms and open minds. Together, we can transform our schools into beacons of health and learning, ensuring that every student has the chance to thrive.
Join us in this movement. Let’s make healthy eating the norm, not the exception. Let’s create a future where every student is energised, focused, and ready to succeed. Thank you.
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Han Mu (1)
Herer is my writing in a pdf 🙂
Healthy eating revolution
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drwabbas
Good morning! My name is Maya, and I am thrilled to stand before you today at this District-Wide Nutrition Fair. I’m here to talk about something that is incredibly close to my heart—something that can transform not just our schools, but our entire community. It’s a revolution, a movement toward healthier eating, and I want each of you to join us in this exciting journey.
Imagine a world where every student is brimming with energy, focused in class, and genuinely excited about their health. Picture cafeterias filled with vibrant fruits and vegetables, delicious whole grains, and nutrient-packed meals that leave us feeling great. This isn’t a distant dream; it’s a vision we can achieve together.
We all know that the way we eat impacts everything—our concentration, our mood, and our overall well-being. Yet, many of us are stuck in a cycle of unhealthy eating habits. But what if I told you that making small changes could lead to big results?
Let’s consider the facts: According to the CDC, only 1 in 10 Americans eats the recommended amount of fruits and vegetables. This deficiency contributes to a range of health issues, from obesity to heart disease. But it doesn’t have to be this way. By adopting healthier eating practices, we can drastically improve our health and performance, both in and out of the classroom.
Here’s the exciting part: Change starts with us. By joining the Healthy Eating Revolution, we can set a precedent for our peers and future generations. We can transform our schools into beacons of nutrition, where healthy choices are not just available but are the norm.
So, how do we do this? Let me share a few practical steps that can get us started:
Work with local nutritionists and chefs to create school menus that are both nutritious and appealing. Healthy food doesn’t have to be bland. With a bit of creativity, we can make healthy meals that everyone loves.
Integrating nutrition education into the curriculum. Teach students not just what to eat, but why these choices matter. Understanding the benefits of a balanced diet can empower students to make better choices. Starting a school garden where students can grow their own fruits and vegetables. This hands-on experience not only teaches them about nutrition but also fosters a connection to the food they eat.
By implementing these strategies, we can create a ripple effect that extends beyond our schools and into our homes and communities. When we choose to prioritize nutrition, we’re not just improving our own lives—we’re setting a positive example for others to follow.
So, let’s stand together and make our voices heard. Let’s be the change-makers, the trailblazers who prove that healthy eating can be both enjoyable and impactful. Together, we can turn this vision into reality and make our schools a shining example of health and vitality.
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danhongsun2005@gmail.com
Hello, parents, esteemed teachers and fellow peers, today, I will discuss a topic that is always overlooked, healthy food. I can clearly recall last week, when the bell rang signalling the start of lunch, I looked into the cafeteria. I was disgusted. A wave of cokes, burgers with french fries and absolutely no greens, this is always is always a horror. The server is always a delight plopping food right into our dirty, uncleaned trays without saying a word. If you were allergic to anything, you were out of luck. This needs to change. Take the Australian system. A canteen for any orders and buys for that day. Recyclable products and always have greens. You can also make, cook and bring your own food. The American system has to change and it starts with you.
Firstly, let’s delve into the quality of the food. The principal is always talking about how the chefs spend their lifetime doing this and how we should respect them. Honestly, I can get the exact same thing for half the price and better quality than, dare I say, muck on our steel trays. Next to how we are treated. You are always talking about how the USA is great and how it is perfect. Then why is the chefs always mean saying ‘move along quickly’, no pleases and no thank yous, these are just the simple manners all people must have. How can we fix this? Well, we can just change to the Australian system. Bring your own food and with parent supervision, there will always be a whole lot more greens in our food.
Next, let’s talk about the over healthrating. I bet that if you brang 75% of our food we get in the cafeteria is 1 to 2 health star rating. Though you might say that this is enough, it isn’t even half of the 5 star health rating. Also, let’s take a look at the things we get served. Brownies, burgers and chips. They are in bad health and bad tasting. Teachers are always thinking hey the students are enjoying the food, we will make more. I’m sorry to break it to you, but we are faking.
Now let’s talk on how we can fix all of this mess. AS I proposed before, we could change to the Australian system, or an even more efficient way is to get more choices. See, all we need to do is make something like a buffet. But choices of veggies, and some of the unhealthy things we have. The chefs are always cooking, so after 20 to 30 minutes, they can refill and so all food is fresh. With all the leftovers, the cooks can either eat it and or make fertiliser for the school garden. With this method, it is making sure everyone is happy and we won’t have to spend thousands on fertilisers.
In conclusion, we must have healthier and better quality foods in our cafeterias. We can do this by changing to the 2 methods I stated in this speech, so now, I hope that you all agree with me that we need healthier and better quality food in our lunches, thank you.
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grace.creek
Here’s my homework!
WEEK 8 WRITING
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B H (1)
Today, I want to talk about an issue that affects all of us—students, parents, and educators alike. The food served in school cafeterias. More specifically, why it’s so important that our cafeterias offer healthy, nutritious lunches. We all know that food is fuel, but what kind of fuel are we giving our students to power through their day?
A healthy lunch isn’t just about filling a stomach—it’s about nourishing the body and mind. When we offer students healthy options, we’re helping them perform better in school. Studies have shown that kids who eat balanced, nutrient-rich meals have improved concentration, memory, and energy levels. They are more engaged in the classroom, more alert during lessons, and more likely to succeed academically. In contrast, unhealthy, processed foods can lead to sluggishness, lack of focus, and even behavioral issues.
But the benefits don’t stop in the classroom. Offering healthy meals also promotes lifelong healthy habits. When students are exposed to nutritious foods at school, they learn the value of maintaining a balanced diet. These habits can reduce their risk of obesity, heart disease, and other health issues later in life. Schools should be part of this educational journey, not only teaching academic subjects but also modeling what healthy living looks like.
Some may argue that students won’t eat healthy food or that the cost is too high. However, offering appetizing, wholesome options that are both affordable and appealing is possible. Many schools around the world have already made this shift, successfully incorporating local produce, reducing processed foods, and even involving students in the process by letting them help choose or grow their own food.
In a world where childhood obesity is on the rise and health care costs are soaring, it is our responsibility to take action now. By providing healthy lunches, we’re not just improving school performance; we’re investing in the well-being of future generations. Let’s ensure that our cafeterias serve not only as places to eat but as foundations for healthy living.
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tli.sydney
Hello everyone, my name is Maya, and it is my honour to present this speech to all of you. You may all know that eating healthy can be hard. You would rather munch on some biscuit and chips instead of celery and broccoli. You all know that you should eat healthy. It’s not that you can’t; it’s that you don’t want to. So here I am, stand ping before you all. Sure I’m nervous but that’s not the point. I’m here to tell you to eat healthy and join our healthy eating revolution.
I’m sure you all know this phrase : one apple a day keeps the doctors away! This is actually true because apples have huge amounts of vitamins and can benefit your physical health. This can also help because vitamin C gives extra protection against free radicals. Free radicals are unstable atoms that can damage your body cells and cause diseases. This means that people can live longer and suffer less from illness and disease.
Now to whether something is good to eat or not. There are 19 different types of foods. These are cereals, roots, pulses and nuts, milk, eggs, fish and shellfish, meat, insects, vegetables, fruits, fats and oils, sweets and sugars, spices and condiments, beverages, foods for nutritional uses, food additives, composite dishes and savoury snacks. Each of there categories have an average amount of sugar per kilogram. For example a dish with a lot of products from the sweets and sugars section would have high amounts of sugar as a dish with lots of products from the fruits or the vegetables sections will result in less process sugar and more natural sugars.
Now to sugar. How much should you take in one go? Whenever you are taking dowse of sugar, never have above 16 teaspoons or else you can end up with diabetes, stomach aches, higher blood pressure, weight gain and fatty liver diseases. An example of the result having too much sugar is diabetes. Diabetes is when your blood sugar or too high and can be catastrophic or even fatal!
So what is your blood sugar level right now? Are you sure you have been eating healthy? If you want to stop yourself from having all this suffering from just eating food then join our healthy eating revolution! You can sign up any day before the end of march this year and remember, eat healthy!
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Wk8 Writing Homework:
Week 8 Writing Homework (4)
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Nandu (1)
Should cafeterias reconsider what they serve to children?
Picture this, you have just been served lunch from the cafeteria and you look down and see a lump of wet soggy microwaved pizza. This is not only incredibly disgusting but it is also very unhealthy. This is just one of a few reasons why we must reconsider what cafeterias serve to children. Here are the reasons to think this, the food does not help children learn, it is disgusting and it is unhealthy.
Firstly, cafeterias must reconsider what they serve to children as it may distract them from their learning. What I mean is that when children eat foods that have been just unfrozen and have many added preservatives and flavours, they may not be able to concentrate as well as normal. This will most likely cause the students to not perform at their best and then the students will get lower marks in their big important tests. In fact there was a study from the University Of NSW which compared children eating from a cafeteria and children eating a packed lunch. It showed that students who ate cafeteria food got an average of twenty percent lower in tests than the other students. This may not sound like much but it can make a big difference in their reports that their parents see. Of course no school wants this to happen to their students. So surely now you agree that students need to be fed better food from cafeterias.
Secondly, cafeterias should definitely reconsider what they serve to children because it is disgusting. What I mean by this is that the food served in a cafeteria normally looks appalling. If you have ever seen a plate of disgusting food you would know how instantly it makes you not want to eat it as much anymore. This can affect children negatively as if they do not eat enough food then it can stop them from concentrating in class and if they do not eat their lunch then they will not get another chance to eat until their dinner. This can mean that the children go starving during their classes in the afternoon. Now you should easily be able to see if cafeterias need to serve better food.
Lastly, cafeterias should a hundred percent reconsider what they serve to children as it is very unhealthy. The foods that cafeterias serve are usually just frozen foods which have been warmed up. These foods are not fresh at all and have lots of preservatives that make it even more unhealthy. Children also need lots of nutrition that these foods just do not have, so you can see just how unhealthy the foods that cafeterias serve are. To show this, a study conducted a month ago by one of the supporters of this idea asked the students to compare what the children had at their houses compared to the food served in the cafeteria. Ninety percent of the students responded saying that the food served at the cafeteria was much more unhealthy than the food they had at home. This should clearly show if the cafeterias need to change the food they serve or not.
In conclusion, there is no doubt that cafeterias need to reconsider what they serve to children. There are a few reasons for this. The food stops the children from learning. The cafeteria foods look disgusting which keeps children from eating. The food is not healthy at all because of many factors. All these reasons just support the fact that children need to be served better food from the cafeteria. If this does not happen then the children will continue to suffer many disadvantages at school because they are continually served the horrible food from the cafeteria. It is clear to see that children must be served alternate foods from the cafeterias than the ones that are served today.
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maggiesmchan (1)
Ladies and Gentlemen, esteemed guests,
Good afternoon, my name is Maya, I am honoured to be representing the District–Wide Nutrition Fair. Coming here today, I hope I will convince you of important issues that we need to fix before it’s to late.
Imagine this, walking into the cafeteria, seeing all the food makes you hungrier than ever. You’re so hungry that you’ll be able to eat anything! But when you line and get your food, suddenly you don’t feel hungry anymore. As you sit down, you stare into your food. You think, what’s that smell? What’s that gooey thing? This is what happens in many places. Personally, I hate cafeteria food, not only because of the tastes, but mainly because of the food choices. Where are all the vibrant colours of fruits and vegetables? Instead, they give you deep-fried foods, ice blocks, lollies, milk! Some say milk is actually very healthy, but really, it’s one of the unhealthiest things to have. It contains a lot of saturated fats. This can cause many problems for children especially at a young age, if we don’t do something now then we may never be able do to something.
Students thriving, concentrating and getting good grades. Isn’t that what everyone wants. On the Harvard Healthy site, it states that eating healthy foods give you brain power. When you have more brain power, it makes you work and study harder. This just shows, that if you want students to work hard, thrive at school and get good grades, make them eat healthier foods. This can only happen if the school cooperates with us students. Otherwise, grades may get lower and lower until it can’t go any lower, because it’s already at the lowest. This is one of the biggest problems we may face, but together as a school, we can make a change.
We are in a moment in time were it’s easier to make significant changes in life. To change foods at canteens will need a concise and clear plan, and this is how we will do it. We can start small then build up. We need to teach children that eating healthy can be fun and good for you. By starting small, you can maybe have “Try a new fruit Friday” or maybe, “Eat healthy to be mighty, on Mondays” Students and teachers need to know the issue that were dealing with and how much harder we would study if we just ate the right foods. Small impacts can change big things and make schools even better. Every healthy choice is a step towards a better future. By improving our school meals, we’re not just changing lunch – we’re changing lives.
We need to develop good habits, set good examples, and eat healthy if you want a better future. One apple or one orange could make a small impact and make your future better.
Students thriving, concentrating, and getting good grades. Those are just some of the things that eating healthy could benefit your life, it would not just benefit your schoolwork, but it would benefit your whole life. Just helping a small bit would still make an impact on our schools. Your work to help many students isn’t just appreciated, it is essential for us to have a healthy life.
Thank you for your time today, remember, your help could benefit many people and create a better education for all.
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Annabelle Tung (1)
Good morning/afternoon ladies, gentlemen, esteemed educators, and dedicated parents,
My name is Maya and I am honoured to stand before you at the District-wide Nutrition Fair to talk about the importance of eating healthy. I stand before you as not only a student but a lively advocate in the ever-going battle of nutritious foods. Today, I wish to share with you how colossal the importance of eating healthy is and I wish you will heed my call to action.
Imagine a school where every child is focused and energised, fueled by the nutritious foods they have eaten, ready to learn. A world where students thrive not only academically but mentally, a world we can achieve. This vision is not a distant dream; it is an achievable reality if we come together and embrace a new approach to nutrition in our schools.
Firstly, eating healthy can improve your overall well being as well as academic performance. Eating the right foods can fuel our brains, enhance cognitive function, and, ultimately, make our study sessions more productive. A study at UNSW Sydney said that their findings highlight that eating a healthy breakfast each and every morning improves student motivation and academic achievement. Students who ate a healthy breakfast the morning of the study were more motivated and achieved better test scores.
Secondly, eating healthy also makes you more emotionally enhanced. According to Better Health Channel, a varied, healthy diet improves your memory, concentration and can even increase your level of optimism and protect you from depression. Also, studies show that when you stick to a diet of nutrient-rich foods, you’re setting yourself up for fewer mood swings and an improved ability to focus. More studies show that clean diets consisting of mainly whole, unprocessed foods, can help with symptoms of depression and anxiety.
So, how can we make this revolution a reality in our schools?
Well, we can collaborate and share practises where schools can begin teaching the importance of eating healthy. By doing this, we are creating a robust network to make sure students are all prepared.
Also, eating healthy is also a life-long skill to learn. When children grow up, they can make informed and healthy conditions about what to eat a lot and what to avoid sometimes.
Ladies and Gentlemen, the healthy eating revolution starts with us. Together, we can make a commitment to transforming the nutritional landscape of our schools. Let’s join forces to create an environment where our students can thrive, excel, and lead healthier lives. Your support is not just appreciated—it is essential.
Thank You
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_huashang66
Dear guests of the District-Wide Nutrition Fair, today I will be informing you all on the importance of healthy cafeteria food served to our peers. Think of a civilisation which was completely healthy, with no junk food, overweight people or even just healthy food.
Students would be striving academically, physically and mentally, because of what? Because of healthy food. Instead of one topic, I’ll touch on multiple, such as problems with childhood obesity, health issues for kids and benefits of the whole world.
It’s essential for us to give our peers a balanced diet of combined nutrients such as: Whole food, vitamins, important minerals and more.
1. Childhood obesity.
Firstly, imagine walking into your school, dreading what will come when its 1 o’clock. Say you take your mind off the hideous lunchtime that you will have. Now you are in class, the class right before lunch, as you here the bell ring, you are dismissed to go to lunch.
When you finally get your lunch, you look down at your soggy, unmentionable lunch, the revolting smell choking you as you sit down. You were WAY too familiar with this. You look down and see: soggy fries drowned in oil and salt, a flattened burger, only filled with with beef that’s burnt to the core, a sickly carton of expired milk and a mountain of sugary sweets. Imagine eating that every SINGLE day!
2. Health issues for kids.
Because kids like us eat that kind of food every day, there are effects on us. Some effects come early, some late, but these effects are bad either way. All of these effects include: Diabetes, obesity, high sugar levels, high blood pressure, osteoporosis,
cardiovascular disease, cholesterol and other cancer’s. These can occur when you are 30-50 years old.
Even study published in the British Medical Journal finds people who consume high amounts of these foods have an increased risk of anxiety, depression, obesity, metabolic syndrome, certain cancers including colorectal cancer and premature death.
3.Benefits to the whole world.
Even though children love to eat junk food, they often get tired of eating one thing, and their moods lower, which means they have a high chance of disliking academic studies. If we give students a balanced diet with nutrition, made up of: Protein, carbohydrates, hydration and organic healthy fruits, we can quite nearly assure that students academic achievements too another hight. Fresh food can also enlighten moods of children, which makes it easier for teachers to teach.
In the end, it’s not only an “okay” decision, it’s a essential decision that should be accepted by every school. So join US in making schools and the world brighter.
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Ladies and Gentleman and reputable students,
Good afternoon. My name is Maya, and I am honored to be here today at the District-Wide Nutrition Fair. I am here to inform you about one of my passions which is children’s health and why we should prioritize this more in our lives. Children’s health is very important if you want your child to grow up to be healthy and strong. If you don’t start living a healthy life, you will unlikely grow up to become a healthy person.
My two main reasons are that living unhealthily can result in obesity, and staying healthy can help improve your concentration.
Firstly, it is crucial that all students must eat healthy because eating unhealthily can result in obesity. Being overweight or obese can have a serious impact on health. Carrying extra fat leads to serious health consequences such as cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, musculoskeletal disorders like osteoarthritis, and some cancers namely endometrial, breast and colon. All of these can lead to possible death. Would you rather live a life where you are fit and healthy, or would you rather live obesely and unfit. I am pretty sure most of you here would rather live a fit life which is why I believe we must prioritize children’s health.
We are at a stage in our life where 26.4% of Australian children are obese which is more than a quarter of kids in Australia. Can you imagine every kid in your school being fit, strong and healthy? Unfortunately, most schools aren’t like that and have a few obese children. We have the power to make a significant difference by encouraging children to consistently eat healthy, and possibly to participate in some sport.
Secondly, it is imperative that children must eat healthy because it can help their concentration. At school, it is important to concentrate when doing work. Can you imagine a school where all the kids are fidgeting in class, talking to their friends, and just staring into the sky? That school probably doesn’t have many children that are eating healthy. Would you rather grow up in that school or one where all of the children are concentrating in class? According to the National INstitute of Health, children learn from what they see around them. That is why parents try to send their children to academic schools so they can learn from people around them
To conclude, I believe that children must eat healthy because eating unhealthily can lead to obesity, and eating healthy can help children concentrate better. If you are a child who knows that you aren’t eating that healthy, then you should start eating healthy if you want to concentrate better, and to lower the risk of obesity.
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Shane Chee
Ladies and gentlemen, esteemed audience,
Thank you for gathering here today at the District-Wide Nutrition Fair. My name is Maya, and I stand before you with a mission—a mission to inspire change and create a lasting impact on the health and well-being of our students. Today, I want to talk to you about something that can transform not only the future of our schools but the future of our entire community: the revolution of eating healthy.
We are all aware of the critical role nutrition plays in our students’ lives. Healthy food is not just fuel for their bodies; it’s nourishment for their minds and spirits. Yet, despite knowing this, many schools across our district still face significant challenges when it comes to providing students with the nutritious meals they deserve. Fast food and processed options are all too often the norm, and many children are consuming diets that leave them tired, distracted, and unprepared to learn.
The question we need to ask ourselves is this: How can we expect our students to excel if they are not properly nourished?
This is where the healthy eating revolution begins. And it starts with us—the schools, the educators, the policymakers, and the community members who are invested in the success of our students. We have the power to shape what our students eat, and by doing so, we have the power to shape their futures.
By joining the healthy eating revolution, you are committing to a brighter, healthier, and more vibrant school environment. Imagine a school where fresh fruits and vegetables are abundant, where every meal is crafted with care and consideration for the nutritional needs of growing minds and bodies. Imagine a cafeteria where students are excited to choose wholesome options because they taste great and make them feel good. This is not a dream—it is a reality that we can create together.
We’ve seen it happen in schools that have already embraced this movement. Attendance has improved, academic performance has increased, and behavioural issues have declined. Students are more focused, energetic, and ready to take on the challenges of the day. All because they are eating the right foods. Healthy food isn’t just about physical health; it directly impacts their ability to learn and grow.
But let’s be clear: this revolution isn’t just about changing the menu. It’s about education. It’s about teaching our students the importance of making healthy choices and showing them that what they eat today will impact their lives for years to come. We must integrate nutrition education into our curricula, empowering students with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions about their health.
We also need to support our schools in this transformation. For some, the shift may seem daunting. But by working together—through district-wide programs, partnerships with local farmers, and community involvement—we can make healthy food accessible and affordable for every school, no matter the resources available.
Ladies and gentlemen, I am calling on each of you to join me in this revolution. Let us lead by example, let us advocate for our students, and let us prioritise their health in every decision we make. Together, we can ensure that our students are not just learning within the walls of our schools, but thriving in every sense of the word.
This is our moment to make a difference, and I have no doubt that together, we can succeed. Thank you.
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Ella Yang
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Good morning, my name is Maya Smith and I am gratified to be here today with all of you at the District-Wide Nutritious Fair. I want you to confer what would happen if we keep feeding children these crooked meals. Our canteens are engulfed by stale and unhealthy food. It is essential that we try to create more sophisticated banquets. If we do not, children will suffer in class and get obese.
First of all, I want to tell you all the daily routine of a child at school. They have finished their class and are about to head to the cafeteria. They feel like hurling. They aroma of the revolting foods burn their nostrils. They get anxious and what to get away from the devious meal. Sweat trickles down them. Unpleasant chills are sent down their spines. Eventually, they have to gobble up the foul repast with stained utensils.
The educators may not know this but these foods can make children suffer. You see, the junk food blocks children’s arteries. Furthermore, these fat filled foods can cause stomach aches, which can send the child into agony. Because of these scenarios, the helpless child can not focus in class. This could lead to bad grades. Hence, we must stop sending children revolting meals and instead give them food with protein , nutrients and vitamins.
Obesity is a major problem. Not many people ever think about this but they should. Obesity is when you gain more fat. It can lead to diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, certain types of cancer and disorders. For example, the country America gives children these foods. Lots of children there are plump. They get fed these banquets every day. The average weight of an 11 year old ranges between thirty two to forty five kilograms. We have to stop this or else it can lead to malnutrition.
Now, I suggest we start the change, the revolution of healthy repasts. Cafeteria workers should start creating whole foods that provide nutrition. We should plant a poster in the kitchen of a food pyramid, which reveals the correct food needed for children at school. Also, results show that students with balanced diets twenty percent more likely to perform better in exams. Hence, I plead that we give students healthy banquets.
In conclusion, I highly suggest that we remove junk food permanently from school because of the reasons I stated before. junk food has a colossal impact on children at school. The well being of students is very crucial. Students should only digest the nourishing food groups. Thank you for listening and please consider my request to you all.
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Unappealing and almost inedible. Walking slowly towards the dreaded serving counter with the food and the trays, we all formed a line of anxious students waiting for their food. Everyday during breaktimes, it was as if we were all in a horror movie, unexpecting children, victims of the food that left us with no other choice. Peering from the spot in the line to the counters, I suppressed the urge to throw up. Soggy, microwaved food. Cheap junk. The grey colours of junk blended into the surroundings- too dull and much too disgusting. Gradually walking to my spot at the table, I slowly took a small bite out of my unappetizing food. As soon as that slimy texture entered my mouth, I stuck my tongue out. The dull taste of the junk went into my stomach, and I felt sick.
Hello everyone, my name is Maya, and I am honoured to be speaking today at the District Wide Nutrition Fair. From the moment I started my journey at school I hated the food that was served, everyday a nightmare. Not only does the taste of these foods we are served taste ugly, but it damages our health as well. Although I am only a student, I am also a passionate girl who demands schools to make their menu more pleasing and healthy.
Invision a school where every student participates enthusiastically in lessons and learning time. This is a paradise for every teacher, something every teacher wants. Every pupil thriving, flourishing, enjoying school and actively answering questions. This can happen simply by feeding us students healthy food packed with protein and nutrition. Yes, it’s expensive, yes, junk does cost less but think about this! Money isn’t our first priority, it’s the students!
Child obesity is becoming an increasing threat and issue to the children of today, who are being fed too much junk at schools. However, I am not proposing to you that junk should not be served from school cafeterias- there is still going to be so much in supermarkets, shops and even family houses. Instead, we should implement a model in which there is a choice between junk and healthy, telling the students during health lessons this and encouraging them to choose the healthy option. When most students restrict themselves from the junk at choose healthy, schools can gradually reduce the number of unhealthy items. If implemented NOW, the younger children will develop a good habit of choosing healthy, which is obviously beneficial to later life. It is harder to change a bad habit to a good one than to start with a good habit, after all. Therefore, the change will not be sudden, reducing the number of complaints coming from children, preventing them from bringing their own junk food from home.
When I discussed this matter with my school, which holds SRC meetings on a weekly basis, all of us agreed that this matter should be addressed. Even my school principal supports my stance. I am sure that numerous principles and headmistresses will agree with me as well, so don’t question my credibility.
Changing the meals served in cafeterias in schools all over the nation will be a tedious task, and I acknowledge that. However, my scheme is to start with the schools around my community, then go into a wider range of schools. We can work with dieticians in the local area of my school to choose healthy and delicious food, and also easy to prepare. I understand that there is a barrier to achieving this goal- money. There will surely be lots of inquiries on the opposition about how the money will be acquired. I say we work together, funding this through the generosity of donors and power of volunteers. The SRCs of my school can perform community tasks that will benefit the suburb.
In conclusion, we can all see how feasible and advantageous my plan is. Together we can change child obesity and participation levels at schools across the whole nation, extending to the whole world very soon. It starts now. It starts with us. It starts with our willpower to change the world of health. Thank you.
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Ladies and gentlemen, esteemed educators and dedicated guests. I’m Maya and I’m here today to discuss an issue, one about healthy eating.
Many children are walking around being made fun of because of their weight. These kids are punching bags for bullies and the bullies would be truculent to do it. We can lower the amount of Children this happens to by reducing obesity rates. Many children will become healthier and are more likely to exercise, rather than sitting around and eating. Children’s future eating habits could be much better without having much junk food in their diet. All of this could be solved by having healthy food instead of junk food.
The problem is implementing this, but this has a straightforward solution. We can implement this in stages by removing the unhealthiest and replacing it with healthy food. You can repeat this in a set amount of time but swap each item one by one. You can also make the healthy food yummy by introducing things such as frozen fruits or five-star food rated ice blocks.
After this is implemented obesity levels will go down. Many obese children will be encouraged to eat healthier stuff as a lot of these kids love to buy from the canteen. They would be encouraged to eat more healthy food outside as they might think the food from school is yummy. This can lead to them being picked on less as they become more fit. Imagine how these poor children feel, being picked on day after day like a woodpecker pecking away at your mental health. This can also improve their health by a long shot.
Health. Let’s talk about health. Children’s health has a vital role in a childhood being part of the foundation of their actions. For example: a healthy person in his childhood is a lot more likely to do sports and be a lot more often and be keen to do it, while an unhealthy person is more likely to sit at home, eat and watch TV instead of going outdoors. I know this is stereotypical so please don’t get angry at me. Health plays a major factor in a child’s future habits and life.
A child’s future habits are deeply influenced by his health, if he was bullied and many other factors. If their main food was snacks while they were a child what would they likely eat in the future? You guessed it Snacks! What would they eat if they grew up eating healthy food? You guessed it again, Healthy stuff! If we can influence a child’s future habits we can decrease obesity levels along with health problems. Fruits would shine and junk food could go extinct, reducing the amount of pollution.
Imagine the amount of children with health or are dealing with obesity. We can save these children from their embarrassment or health issues. Think of the amount of people that could be saved. This is why I Maya think that canteens must switch to healthy food instead of junk food.
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