Operating expenses are paid through federal funds and revenue collected from the sale of food. This means that district property tax money ends up in the classroom where it belongs. Douglas County School District participates in the National School Lunch Program. Nutritious, well-balanced lunches are offered every school day in 52 school cafeterias.
Sack lunches are always available for field trips.
For information please contact your school cafeteria manager. The Nutrition Services department coordinates activities, interprets regulations and policies, monitors menus, and administers all costs as well as technical support. The Colorado Department of Education, Child Nutrition Unit, administers the program, provides technical assistance and evaluates the program through audits and policy enforcement. Parent information reguarding food allergies or intolerances . The U.S. Department of Agriculture is the parent agent for the school food and nutrition program.