Burton students get a second chance at breakfast

On October 24th, John I. Burton put into place a new program titled Second Chance Breakfast. The idea of the program is to give students, who may not arrive to school in time for the 8 a.m. breakfast or who may be in need of a snack, to purchase nutritious food. The typical items that are served during Second Chance Breakfast consist of a fruit smoothie, with flavors such as strawberry, blueberry, peach, or raspberry, and a muffin or a doughnut. The cost of this meal is one dollar. Any student or teacher can purchase this from 10 a.m. until 10:10 a.m. For students that typically receive school meals free of charge, the Second Chance Breakfast can be free if the student missed their first breakfast opportunity. 


The students here at Burton have mostly positive opinions  about Second Chance Breakfast.  Some students including,  Hannah C., Tyree B., Haley R., pointed out that the consistency of the smoothies is just not thick enough.  They all stated that the smoothies have "too much liquid." However, the students previously mentioned, and many others, including Grace O., Olivia M., and Makenna K. all wish for this program will continue. Burton students agree that Second Chance Breakfast satisfies their hunger and allows them to focus more in the classroom.

Second Chance Breakfast not only benefits the students, but also profits the food service here at Burton. The program is federally funded, and so far Burton is the only school in the area that is participating.  Mr. Williams believes many schools will follow the Raiders and participate in this program.

The principal of John I. Burton, Mr. Williams, stated that as long as the students take part in this program it will continue throughout the rest of the school year.  Be sure to bring a dollar and try Burton's Second Chance Breakfast at the end of first block!

Written by: Makayla M. and Haley Q.