<![CDATA[This study aims to describe students’ perceptions of the implementation of the Free Nutritious Meal Program (MBG) at SD Negeri 005 Samarinda Seberang. This study used a qualitative approach with a case study method. Data were collected through observation, interviews, and documentation involving students as research subjects selected through purposive sampling. Data analysis used the Miles and Huberman model consisting of data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. The results showed that the implementation of the MBG program had generally been carried out well according to procedures, starting from food distribution, organoleptic testing, eating activities, and waste management. Students mostly gave positive perceptions because the program helped them obtain nutritious food, increased learning enthusiasm, and fostered healthy eating habits. Students’ perceptions were influenced by physiological factors, attention, interest, needs, experiences, mood, stimulus, and situational factors. In addition, the program also had positive impacts on health, learning concentration, social interaction, and students’ psychological conditions. Therefore, the MBG program is considered beneficial in supporting students’ health and learning processes.]]>
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