Opciones de almuerzos escolares sin transgénicos: mamás en todo Estados Unidos

Opciones de almuerzo escolar sin OGM

School_lunches.jpg

This is the tale of three school districts and the mothers asking for healthier school lunches.

31 million GMO school lunches are served daily to our children in America.

These meals also contain food dyes, pesticides, synthetic chemicals, and high fructose corn syrup which have been linked to diabetes, autism, food allergies, ADHD, and autoimmune diseases.

We are three Moms requesting that Choicelunch (which offers pesticide-free, dye-free, and high fructose free and WILL supply GMO-free lunches to our districts if accepted) be considered as a vendor for our schools and offer a second option.

We have 3 minutes before our school board at an open meeting to present.

Two weeks ago, Kathleen Hallal approached her school board in Irvine; she took the approach of not focusing on GMOs and just requesting that the food be synthetic chemical and pesticide free. Then she met with her school's Food Services Department, shared the full story of health risks and behavioral impact,  and left the meeting saying, "Zen, it was like a miracle!” The Food Services nutritionist who was also present has a 14-month-old, and she already knew something about organic food. Both she and the director were open to the idea of having a “clean food” option. They were interested in not just offering a second choice but replacing some of the other foods in the cafeteria as well!

¡Estaba EMOCIONADO e inspirado y muy esperanzado! ¡Vamos a hacer esto! ¡Solo hace falta una persona para marcar la diferencia!

Zen honeycutt (that’s me) presented last week to my board. I was nervous, but I quoted stats and chose to mention genetically modified foods once during the three minutes. I am not sure if it is because I mentioned GMOs or not, but my district is taking a different view. Yesterday, I requested a follow-up meeting with my Food Services Director but was told, “I have just been advised that the Board is not interested in pursuing the Choicelunch option at this time. Therefore there is no need to pursue this further and set up a meeting with the company.”

Sin razón. Ninguna reunión para presentar siquiera el concepto. No hay interés. Sentí como si mi corazón estuviera aplastado.

I implored the Food Service director to meet with me anyway, as her program assessment would make a difference. 

Instead of a response from her, I got a response back from the Board of Ed,  saying that they are not interested “due to all the reasons the food service director previously explained to you.”

Which was... that the Board of Ed decided not to...which is not a reason...

I wracked my brain. Then a journalist from the OC Register, who is doing a story on what I proposed,  called me and told me that she just spoke to the Food Service Director, and she reasoned that food was too expensive and that they didn’t want to offer healthier meals to some kids but not to others. The last reason made me want to scream inside ...so do NOTHING?? So NO child gets a choice?

I was afraid I might turn into a screaming banshee, so I took a deep breath and responded with as much clarity as possible.

I addressed the cost only first, explaining how the online cost of $4.50 is for individual orders. The district cost would be only 15 cents more or less than our current price of 2.50, and parents are willing to pay a dollar more, resulting in a 1.5 million dollar profit for the school district if only 25% of the students in the district ordered the lunches. That money could potentially go towards improving the organic options in the national lunch program meals for the kids who cannot afford 5.00 more per week, resulting in improved lunches for all.

Their response was, “the cost was the least significant reason for the decision. It is more about the implications it would have on our Federal and State programs. The Board is not willing to jeopardize funding or compliance issues.”

ARRRRGH!!! It’s always money over health! Always! And that is why the status of our children’s health is the way it is!!

Again, breathing, I responded, “Ok, I understand you do not want to jeopardize funding or compliance issues. Of course. This program is successfully working in 250 other schools, however, that have worked out funding and compliance issues. Can I connect you with a food service director and board member from another school where they have sorted that out?”

The response 5 minutes ago was, "No, thank you. The board has made their decision.”

Respirando ... respirando ... todavía no he respondido. ¿Qué piensas?

What has my chest tighten and throat clench is the thought and fear that somehow, I am messing this opportunity up for thousands of kids in my district...that the way I am being about this, persistent, passionate, and clear that GMOs are one of the reasons for my request to offer a healthier lunch, is somehow screwing it up. Kathleen did better not mentioning GMOs. I have a history with my food services director where I did discuss GMOs with her, so she knows this is a mission of mine. What boils my blood is that GMOs might even be controversial.  What has me deeply dismayed is the possibility that the Food Services director disagreeing with my approach for any reason could affect the health of so many. The skepticism, the fear of rocking the boat with the current system, and the resignation that things could be any other way are soul-crushing. It feels like the worst defeat of all because it affects children's futures. But I know I am not defeated.

I want to be clear. I WANT to affect the federal and state programs. I WANT to have less money go towards nutritionally bankrupt, toxic GMO food with additives like high fructose corn syrup, food dyes, and synthetic chemical pesticides that have been linked to autism, diabetes, ADHD, life-threatening food allergies, autoimmune disorders, and more. I am proposing a plan for THAT food to get less of our money and organic food to get more. YES.

I ask all Moms and anyone who wants to rock the boat, disrupt the current system, and put a dent in the 31 million GMO meals served a day to our kids, to stand up and speak at your board meeting. It just takes one to speak, but it will take thousands of us supporting the speakers to have this happen.

Monica Serratos presents at her school board tonight. She is a woman of great generosity, clarity, and leadership, and we know she is going to do great. We pray her school board allows a further inquiry into what is possible for the sake of our children.

¡Vaya Monica y su hija Alicia que también está hablando!

Manténganse al tanto.

Zen honeycutt

Look up choicelunch.com for a CA vendor that has promised GMO-free lunches to large school districts by fall.

If you have a school lunch vendor that offers GMO-Free and organic, please tell us, and we will share them with the nation.

If you present to your board, let us know your approach and results. Together we can do anything.


Mostrando 171 reacciones

Por favor revise su correo electrónico por un enlace para activar su cuenta.
  • Ross Lasky
    comentado hace 1 días
    Customers have the opportunity to impact WFM’s products by taking the Whole Foods Survey, which is quick and simple to complete. Give your opinions to improve shopping! https://wfmcomfeedback.boats/
  • Lee Mathis
    comentado hace 2 días
    Through the quick and simple Jamba Survey on TellJamba.com, consumers may review their experience, contribute to Jamba Juice’s improvement, and receive prizes. https://telljambasurvey.boats/
  • Mark Cline
    comentado hace 2 días
    Using MyNikeVisit-na to complete the Nike Survey was enjoyable for me. It only took a few minutes and allowed me to properly state my thoughts. https://mynikevisit-na.boats/
  • Raymond Clayborn
    comentado hace 2 días
    En remerciement de leur disponibilité, les participants qui remplissent le questionnaire et donnent des réponses sincères recevront une carte-cadeau de 150 $. Ce retour d’information aidera Blue Buffalo à affiner davantage ses services et produits. https://bluethankyou.boats/
  • Samuel Neal
    comentado hace 6 días
    By providing premium services at affordable costs, TalktoSonic hopes to increase customer happiness. In order to gain a deeper comprehension of consumer interactions and preferences, https://talktosonic.boats/
  • Samuel Neal
    comentado hace 9 días
    TalktoSonic wants to increase client happiness by providing premium services at affordable costs. To learn more about the preferences and interactions of customers, https://talktosonic.boats/
  • Julian Buske
    comentado hace 10 días
    Giving feedback was incredibly easy with Heb.com/survey! It only took a few minutes to complete the H-E-B Survey, and I enjoyed talking about how their hygienic stores and friendly staff make shopping fun. It’s a fantastic approach for me to express my thoughts. https://hebcomsurvey.autos/
  • James Brown
    comentado hace 10 días
    Completing the survey offers you the opportunity to express your opinions and enter a lottery to win £500 worth of Waitrose gift cards. https://weitrosehaveyoursay.boats/
  • Walter Finley
    comentado hace 11 días
    You can also win amazing prizes like freebies, discount vouchers, or even entries to sweepstakes. Don’t pass up the opportunity to share your thoughts and receive some delicious incentives! https://wingstopcomsurvey.click/
  • William Meserve
    comentado hace 11 días
    I thoroughly enjoyed the McDFoodForThoughts survey! You can express your honest ideas using the McDonald’s Survey, which is easy to use. The way McDonald’s uses our feedback to improve dining is incredible. https://mcdfoodforthoughts.boats/
  • James Lay
    comentado hace 12 días
    The Fresh Market Survey is a great method to express your thoughts. To aid in their growth, simply visit www.thefreshmarketsurvey.com and fill out the form. https://thefreshmarketsurvey.boats/
  • Dillon Marks
    comentado hace 13 días
    Admire Pollo Tropical’s bright Caribbean-inspired cuisine and strong, tropical flavors? Now is the time to enhance your experience even further! Please use the PolloListens to provide your thoughts. https://pollolisten.boats/
  • Carlo Lara
    comentado hace 13 días
    What a great platform MyConverseVisit provides for sharing your purchasing experience. The Converse Survey can be completed quickly, easily, and with relevance. It was a pleasure to comment on their stylish designs and high-quality goods. https://myconversevisit.boats/
  • Carlo Lara
    comentado hace 13 días
    MyConverseVisit’s Converse Survey was completed following my most recent purchase. The questions about my store experience were accurate, and it was brief. carlolara642@gmail.com
  • Jesus Butler
    comentado hace 16 días
    The MyStarbucksVisit process was incredibly simple and seamless. I adore Starbucks’ commitment to valuing consumer feedback. Remember to fill out the Starbucks survey and tell us about your experience! https://mystarbucksvisitph.click/
  • Joel Taylor
    comentado hace 18 días
    The Longhorn Survey, which I recently finished using LongHornSurvey.com, was simple and quick! The questions were simple, and I was grateful for the opportunity to talk about my dining experience. https://longhornsurveycom.art/
  • James Kraus
    comentado hace 18 días
    Once you complete the survey, you will be instantly entered into a drawing to win a $500 gift card to Giant Food. https://talktogiantfoods.boats/
  • Steven Benavides
    comentado hace 19 días
    TellASDA.com’s ASDA Survey was a terrific experience for me. It’s simple, fast, and allows you to give candid criticism. https://tellasda.cfd/
  • Robert McCall
    comentado hace 19 días
    In order for Hannaford to improve its offerings and expand as a company, your input is extremely important. By being open and honest about your experience, you’re helping the business understand what’s working and what needs to be improved. https://talktohannafordcom.boats/
  • Floyd Winfrey
    comentado hace 20 días
    You just need a few minutes of your time and a recent visit receipt. Let’s discuss the regulations, how to participate, and why your viewpoint is so important. https://weisfeedback.boats/
  • Craig Farley
    comentado hace 27 días
    Guess what, though? Walgreens is listening, and they have a really great option for you to share your thoughts: their official consumer survey, WalgreensListens! https://wwwwalgreenslistenscom.cfd/
  • Roderick Wright
    comentado hace 27 días
    Mygabes.com/survey is where I recently finished the Gabe’s Survey. It was easy to use, quick, and a terrific method to gain prizes for sharing feedback. Strongly advised to take part! https://wwwmygabescomsurvey.boats/
  • Wayne Ronk
    comentado 1 mes atrás
    Wingstop has therefore created a special website at wingstop.com/survey for its customer feedback survey. They started this endeavor because they want to collect your thoughts and ideas, and this site is essential to that effort. https://wingstopcomsurvey.boats/
  • Morris Altamirano
    comentado 1 mes atrás
    A little drugstore named Rite Aid first opened its doors in 1962 with the lofty goal of maintaining the wellbeing and health of entire communities. In the present day, Rite Aid is the go-to place in your community. https://wecareriteaidcom.boats/
  • Todd Mcbride
    comentado 1 mes atrás
    A great resource for consumer input is WalgreensListens. The Walgreen survey was easy to take, quick, and gave me a chance to share my opinions about their great products and services. https://walgreenslistenscom.click/
  • James Arthur
    comentado 1 mes atrás
    The TJ Maxx Survey at Tjmaxxfeedback is a little-known fact that will make your next shopping trip even more enjoyable, so hold on before you throw away that receipt! https://tjmaxfeedbackcom.boats/
  • Joshua Valenza
    comentado 1 mes atrás
    After my visit to Tim Hortons, I filled out the TellTims.CA survey. It was simple, quick, and I received a prize! I adore their coffee and donuts, and I will most certainly return to leave a review. https://telltims-ca.cfd/
  • James Allen
    comentado 1 mes atrás
    Telltacojohns.com’s official Taco John’s Survey allows you to share your experience and receive exclusive benefits like discounts. Taco John’s values your opinion. https://telltacojohnscom.click/
  • John Baker
    comentado 1 mes atrás
    The official survey website for Jamba Juice is TellJamba.com, where consumers can provide comments regarding their experiences. Use the 15-digit number on your receipt to complete the survey and enter a $500 sweepstakes. https://telljambacom.cfd/
  • Jerry Wells
    comentado 1 mes atrás
    Customers have the opportunity to provide feedback and share their eating experiences at Mazzio’s Italian Eatery through this poll. By taking part, you have the chance to earn thrilling rewards like free meals or discounts while also helping the restaurant enhance its offerings. https://tellmazzios.click/

Síguenos aquí

-->