Reminder to All Parents, Guardians, and Families, Tsehootsooi Intermediate Learning Center (TILC) would like to remind parents and families about the Arizona Healthy Schools Act.

To comply with the Arizona Healthy Schools Act:

Classroom parties and shared snacks for birthday celebrations will not be permitted. Students may continue to bring a packed lunch from home.
Students may not bring or consume soda, energy drinks, sports drinks, caffeinated beverages, candy, or hot chips at school.
Students are encouraged to bring a refillable water bottle to stay hydrated throughout the day. Students may not share home-packed snacks or outside food with other students during the school day.

Example: A student may bring Goldfish crackers or other snacks for their own consumption, but they may not share them with classmates.

Celebrating Birthdays at TILC

We understand that birthdays are important milestones for our students. TILC staff will find alternative ways to celebrate birthdays, such as:

Singing "Happy Birthday" in class, Creating birthday cards, Offering other non-food recognition activities

We appreciate your support and cooperation as we work together to promote healthy school environments

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