Well-fed kids are better learners: Hochul should back Healthy School Meals for All

When kids are hungry they start the day at a disadvantage. Hunger makes it difficult for kids to focus and engage in the classroom, which can cause them to fall behind in their schoolwork. For students experiencing chronic hunger, the consistent exposure to stress hormones and constant worrying about where their next meal will come from can lead to mental health problems such as depression and anxiety, and can even cause developmental delays and/or learning disabilities.