School Meal Reminders
District Back-to-School Information for 2026-2027
Build a Breakfast
To be considered a full breakfast meal, students MUST select at least three food items, including at least half of a cup of fruit, such as an apple or an orange. For the best nutrition, four items are recommended.
To ensure a student's selection is charged as a full breakfast meal, students should use the following guidelines to meet the required three-item minimum:
- Select at least one half of a cup of fruit (this is considered one item).
- Pick an additional serving of fruit, or an item from some other food category, such as grains, protein or milk (this is considered the second item).
- Select any additional food item (this is considered the third item).
Build a Lunch
To be considered a full lunch meal, students MUST select items from at least three food groups, including at least half of a cup of fruits or vegetables. For the best nutrition, selecting something from all five food groups is recommended.
To ensure a student's selection is charged as a full lunch meal, students should use the following guidelines to meet the required three-food-group minimum:
- Select at least one half of a cup of fruits or vegetables (this is considered one food group).
- Pick an additional item from any of the following food groups: fruits, vegetables, grains, protein or milk (this is considered the second food group).
- Pick an item from a food group that is different than either of the two previously selected above. (this is considered the third food group).
Additionally, if a student's lunch does not meet the above guidelines, all items will be charged individually rather than the meal price of $3.10 (elementary) or $3.45 (secondary). These guidelines also apply to those receiving a free or reduced-price lunch. Whenever possible, Chartwells cafeteria staff will do their best to remind students of any items that might be missing from their meal.