Education leaders throughout California are playing a key role in creating healthy school environments for the 6 million students in the state's public schools. Recognizing the strong connection between health and learning, they have made significant changes to the nutrition environment in their schools. This article looks at how these leaders--many of whom have implemented or exceeded current nutrition standards for all food and beverages sold on campus--are making necessary changes happen. Their leadership approaches are especially relevant since new federal and state nutrition policies will begin taking effect in 2006, meaning that all school districts in the state will be required to make similar changes. Leadership is vital when undertaking significant changes. As in all areas, leadership in nutrition and student wellness may not always be the easy path to take. Changing the food and beverages sold or served on campus often involves key challenges--including fiscal concerns about food service programs and food sales by other school groups.