The goal of our program is to provide high quality, nutritious meals to all students in our schools. The school nutrition program is governed by federal and state regulations. The school lunch assures that the child is receiving a nutritionally balanced meal. Students learn good nutrition habits that provide a basis for better health throughout our lives.
School lunches contain a variety of foods and offer students exposure to new and exciting choices.
The mission of our nutrition program is to advance availability, quality and acceptance of school nutrition programs as an integral part of education. Encourage and promote the maintenance and improvement of the health and nutrition of children by supporting the implementation of nutritionally adequate, educationally sound, financially accountable, non-profit school food and nutrition programs. Work for the highest standards for school food and nutrition programs with an emphasis on nutritionally sound meals which are acceptable for children. Encourage and promote united efforts between school personnel and the general public to assure every child an opportunity to receive the benefits of school food and nutrition programs which incorporate nutrition education. Encourage and develop the highest standards and provide appropriate educational programs for professional growth of the school food and nutrition personnel.