Breakfast is an extremely important meal. The fact is, after eight to 12 hours with no food, blood sugar levels are low giving a tired, lethargic feeling. For young students, it may be difficult to concentrate. Milk and juice are available for children at all times. A simple snack is provided each day in the afternoons.
Teachers endeavor to have the snack coincide with the curriculum.
This way snack time also becomes a learning time. Your child may be eligible for free or reduced-price meals. Forms are available in the school office. Application forms are offered at initial school registration and at the beginning of each school year. Criteria is based on family size and annual income.