To address the issue of junior high students skipping breakfast, it is crucial to implement a multi-faceted approach. First, schools should provide free or low-cost breakfast options to ensure all students have access. Second, parents should encourage healthy eating habits at home. Lastly, educators can incorporate nutrition education into the curriculum to raise awareness about the importance of breakfast.

Skipping breakfast can have detrimental effects on students' academic performance and overall health. According to a study published in the "Journal of School Health," students who eat breakfast have better concentration, memory, and problem-solving skills compared to those who skip (Smith et al., 2018). Additionally, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that students who regularly eat breakfast are less likely to be overweight or obese (CDC, 2020). These findings underscore the importance of addressing breakfast skipping among junior high students.