If you’re like most parents, you just want your child to be happy and healthy. And if you’re like most parents, there is something you wish you could change about your child’s school.

Whether it’s something as simple as having healthier snack options or something more complex like increasing or mandating recess time, parents have the power to take action.

But don’t take our word for it. Listen to these parents, who have all made change happen in their children’s schools.