Join the Team

Schools participating in the National School Lunch Program are invited to sign up as Team Nutrition Schools, and join an important network of schools working towards healthier school nutrition and physical activity environments. Today, almost half of the schools participating in the National School Lunch Program have signed up to be Team Nutrition Schools!   

Why should your school join the team?

Signing up to be a Team Nutrition School is free and easy. All schools participating in the National School Lunch program can sign up. We ask that schools designate a Team Nutrition Leader and have the support of their school nutrition director and school principal. By signing up, schools will:

  • Affirm their commitment to helping students make healthier food choices and be more physically active.
  • Have the opportunity to collaborate with other Team Nutrition Schools.
  • Be the first to hear about new nutrition education and training materials developed under the Team Nutrition initiative.
  • Receive special nutrition education and promotion materials.
  • Be eligible to apply for a HealthierUS School Challenge: Smarter Lunchrooms award, a voluntary certification of excellence with national recognition.
  • Have the opportunity for their Team Nutrition activities to be highlighted on s