Eleven Northland schools will get a healthy start to the new term this week by taking part in the 5+ A Day School Challenge.
The annual challenge promotes healthy eating by encouraging pupils to eat at least five servings of fresh fruit and vegetables every day.
To participate, schools must hold a 5+ A Day themed event or combine the 5+ A Day message with an existing event during February.
Events might included picnics, sports days, cooking classes and visits to local market gardens. Schools have the chance to win a $5000 Bosch kitchen appliance package, prize packs and fresh fruit and vegetables.
Northland schools taking part include Matauri Bay School, Kaikohe West School, Awanui School, Totara North School, Kaitaia Abundant Life School, Tikipunga High School, Mangamuka School, Matakohe School, Onerahi School, Kaurihohore School and Raurimu Avenue School.