The mission of the Food and Nutrition Services Department is to provide a variety of appealing and nutritious foods in an environment that is respectful of each student’s needs and differences. Food Service employees will provide all students the opportunity to reach their maximum learning potential through healthy food choices.
A well-balanced lunch is served daily in each of the district’s six schools. As mandated by the National School Lunch Program, each lunch offered includes five components: a protein meat or meat alternate, a grain, a vegetable, a fruit, and eight ounces of fat free or low-fat milk. There is a choice of entrees that are available each day, including both hot and cold selections. There are also three vegetable choices, a variety of fresh fruits and fruit juices to choose from, a “dessert” item, and a variety of cold milks. While at least five components are offered each day, your child may choose as little as three foods to complete a meal.
A meal must have 1/2 cup of fruit or vegetable to be a countable meal.
SMART SNACKS IN SCHOOL
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KEY PROGRAM FEATURES
- We emphasize wholesome, natural ingredients, whole grains, fresh fruits and vegetables, lean proteins and healthy snacks.
- We offer a variety of allergen-free foods to accommodate students with allergies.
- Our menus comply with the new Healthy Hunger Free Kids Act and state and local wellness guidelines.
Governor Mifflin Food Service is committed to providing wholesome, high quality menus, prepared fresh daily from locally sourced ingredients whenever available and in season.
