Meals are minimally processed, calorie and sugar controlled, low in sodium, contain less than 10% saturated fat and 0g of trans fat.
ALL treats sent from home for celebrations (e.g., birthdays), snack times, etc. or provided by school staff for class rewards, incentives, etc. MUST meet the USDA Smart Snack requirements or feature non-food items. USDA Smart Snacks do not include cupcakes, ice cream, fast food, outside pizza, Flaming Hot Cheetos, etc.
Third Future School’s wellness policy requires that all foods offered in school meet the USDA Smart Snacks for schools regulations. Below are lists of suggested alternate snack ideas for classroom celebrations and snacks.
Rule of thumb guidelines are to choose items that have no added sugar and are lower in fat. Grain items should list Whole Grain as the first ingredient on the package.
Allowable snacks meet the following nutritional requirements per serving:
If your student has any food allergies or needs a meal modification, families are required to notify the school nurse and provide documentation from a licensed medical professional, such as a Physician, Dietician or other medical professional that is authorized to write prescriptions. Return completed forms to the school. Meal Modification forms must be renewed annually.
See the chart below to determine if your meal request can be accommodated.
Citations and References:
It is recommended, but not required, that the diet prescription be renewed annually.
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
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