posted by Alita Spink, Schools and Learning Support Officer 

Something exciting is happening on Thursday 9 March…

On Thursday 9 March 2017, schools around the world will celebrate International School Meals Day. This year’s theme is Food, Culture and Heritage.

Get involved – Children and young people (supported by their teachers or other adults)  are being encouraged to share ‘stories’ about their culture, heritage and associated food. This could be family food traditions, food that is loved (or not!) in their country or festivals, ceremonies and celebrations that take place.

Photographs, blogs, videos or vines, songs, poems, stories and recipes are all welcome and can be shared in a number of ways.  Start sending your ideas, stories and other pieces NOW! 

Download the flyer featuring tips and ideas

It is up to each individual country, school and classroom to take part in whatever way works best for them. For details on how to connect with teachers and classrooms around the world visit global school/education platforms like Skype in the classroom or British Councils Schools Online.

Follow us on Twitter @IntSchoolMeals as well as with the hashtag #ISMD2017. And show your school’s support by signing up to the ISMD social media Thunderclap!

International School Meals Day (ISMD) is a unique campaign with the aim of raising awareness of good nutrition for all children regardless of their circumstances, and is managed by Children in Scotland.