Conscientious efforts are made to increase fiber and reduce the amount of salt, fat and sugar in the meals. The following are examples of efforts the Jenks Child Nutrition Department has made to realize the goal of healthier school meals. A healthy diet also consists of a variety of foods eaten in moderation. For this reason, students are offered a choice of menus or menu items. The Dietary Guidelines recommend that Americans increase their intake of complex carbohydrates and decrease their intake of fats.
Complex carbohydrates are foods such as whole grain breads and cereals, fruits and vegetables.
They provide calories, vitamins and minerals, and fiber to the diet. Students may place money on their debit account before school each morning in the cafeteria. During lunch, students access their account at the cashier station by entering their JPS student ID number on the keypads or using laminated lunch cards. Jenks Public Schools participates in the National School Lunch and Breakfast programs. Application information is held in strict confidence.