State Representative Justine Caldwell and Sen. Lammis Vargas are filing measures that would mandate free breakfast and lunch for all Rhode Island school kids regardless of income.
Caldwell says when kids are well fed, they will do better both in and out of the classroom.
“All kids do better in and out of the classroom when they are well-fed, and when the food they are eating is healthy. When nutritious, appealing universal breakfast and lunch is the norm at school, and kids have enough time to eat it, we will see the results in better learning and in public health, now and in the future. In addition to helping the many families suffering from food insecurity, universal meals will ensure that all kids have nutritious food to fuel their day and help them focus on learning,” said Representative Caldwell (D-Dist. 30, East Greenwich, West Greenwich)…