The warm relationship between Ms. Maria Bermeo and Ms. Lorena Alvarado is reflected in their classroom — one that is safe, nurturing and predictable for all students and families in this diverse New York City neighborhood.

Ms. Bermeo and Ms. Alvarado have created a classroom where kids feel free to talk about their feelings, ask for help, and be themselves.

We know that for so many families with young children mealtime is stressful, to put it lightly.