On March 6, the Chester Early Childhood Learning Academy (CECLA) received the Virginia School Breakfast Award from the Virginia Department of Education. The award, given yearly during National School Breakfast Week, recognizes excellence in prioritizing school breakfast, and increasing protein options while lowering sugar and sodium content.
CECLA was one of only three schools across the state to receive this yearly award. CECLA Principal Dr. Lesley Harris and food services staff were presented the award Thursday morning by state and local leaders.
“CECLA is honored to receive this award. Our cafeteria staff go the extra mile each day to provide nutritious breakfast options for our students,” said Dr. Harris. “Young children learn through play and a healthy breakfast gives them the fuel for a day full of fun and learning!”
Two other Chesterfield County public schools have previously received this award – Reams Road Elementary in 2021, and Manchester Middle in 2022.