The impact of classroom scheduling on student in nutrition in full-day early learning kindergarten (ELK) versus traditional full-day junior/senior kindergarten classes

Abstract

Background This thesis assessed the quality/quantity of student lunches amongst children using either the Early Learning Kindergarten (ELK) or full-day junior/senior kindergarten schedule; both of which differed in regards to school scheduling. ELK students were allotted two 40 minute nutrition breaks compared to the full day junior/senior kindergarten schedule who were allotted two 20 minute nutrition breaks.