September 25, 2025 - Philadelphia, PA
Acting Secretary of Education Dr. Carrie Rowe joined the American Dairy Association North East (ADA North East), Philadelphia Eagles legend Jason Avant, cheerleaders, and mascot SWOOP to name the Commonwealth's Governor's Breakfast Champions during an event at Lincoln Financial Field. The Breakfast Champions represent the top 10 schools with the greatest participation in the second annual Governor's School Breakfast Challenge."Every child deserves to start the day ready to learn, and breakfast is a critical part of that routine," said Acting Secretary Rowe. "The Governor's School Breakfast Challenge shows that when schools innovate, whether with grab-and-go carts or breakfast in the classroom, we can remove barriers to learning and give students the healthy start to the day they need to succeed."The Challenge is a three-month program to recognize schools for implementing sustainable changes that incorporate more nutritious and local foods in their meal offerings, including prioritizing low-sugar and locally sourced options. Speakers in Order:Dr. Carrie Rowe - Acting Secretary, PA Dept. of EducationVonda Ramp - PA State Director of Child Nutrition Programs, PA Dept. of EducationJason Avant - Former Wide Receiver, Philadelphia EaglesDina Zug - Dairy Farmer from Juniata County, PA
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