It is a constant struggle to encourage kids to make good food choices. I am happy to hear the schools are taking away the temptation on campus by removing soda vending machines. I hope that the "good nutrition" I'm trying to model and teach my son will influence him when he has to make the choice for himself...such as when he's at school. I appreciate that the school district is viewing this as a community choice to support healthy habits. However...I get a little concerned when they start making rules about what I can send to school with my child for lunch, snack, or class parties...heaven forbid children have birthday cupcakes! There should be a limit to their control. Oh sorry...the answer is yes, I let my son have soda...but in moderation, he knows no refills when we're out to dinner, and they're never in our fridge at home.