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Team Nutrition Popular Event Ideas

Are you looking for fun ways to promote nutrition and physical activity at your elementary or middle school? Use these event ideas to get started! These event ideas were adapted from the Team Nutrition Popular Events Idea Booklet to incorporate the Real Food Pyramid and the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2025–2030 (.pdf).

  • Crunch Time! School Meals Taste-Test Challenge

    school nutrition professional holding a tray of samples

    Middle school students participate in a tasting event where they sample and vote on a variety of school menu options.

  • Real Food Rocks! Day

    kids running in an outdoor relay race at school

    A Real Food Rocks! event is a full day of interactive activities that emphasize healthy eating and physical activity.

  • Try-Days: Finding New Favorite Foods

    young girl tasting new fruits and vegetables in the classroom

    Try-Days offer both children and school staff the chance to try new foods in a fun and supportive environment.

Page updated: October 22, 2026