Policy No.	6700
	Adoption Date:	July 11, 1984
	Revised:	May 20, 1998

MANAGEMENT SUPPORT NUTRITION AND FOOD SERVICES

Nutrition

The district shall provide school breakfasts and lunches which meet the nutritional standards required by state and federal school breakfast and lunch programs. Foods that do not meet the standard of at least 5% of the U.S. Recommended Dietary Allowance shall not be served in the schools until after the end of the last lunch period.

The superintendent shall establish rules for the sale of foods during the school day. To encourage the eating of nutritious breakfasts and lunches, competitive food services shall not be permitted in the areas adjoining the cafeteria during breakfast and lunch periods.

Any food sales of an occasional nature must have the prior approval of the principal. No food or drink items shall be offered in vending machines unless they have been approved by the principal.

Food Services Program

The district supports the philosophy of the National School Lunch Program and shall provide wholesome and nutritious lunches for children in the district's schools. The board authorizes the superintendent to administer the food services program, provided that any decision to enter into a contract with a private food service agency shall require the approval of the board. Expenditures for food supplies shall not exceed the estimated revenues.

Because of the potential liability of the district, the food services program shall not accept donations of food other than as provided in this policy without the express approval of the board. Should the board approve a food donation, the superintendent shall establish inspection and handling procedures for the food and determine that the provisions of all state and local laws have been met before selling the food as part of the school lunch menu.

Free and Reduced Price Food Services

The district shall provide free and reduced price lunches and milk to students according to the terms of the National School Lunch Program and the laws, rules of the state. The district shall inform parents of the eligibility standards for free or reduced price lunches. Reasonable efforts shall be made to protect the identity of students receiving such lunches. A parent has the right to appeal any decision with respect to his/her application for free or reduced price food services to the superintendent.

The board of directors may establish a program whereby school lunches may be provided to anyone other than students of the district at the greatest price charged any student plus an amount representing the portion of the lunch cost paid for from state and federal assistance (cash and food).

Surplus Commodities

The district shall use food commodities made available under the Federal Food Commodity Program for school menus.

Legal References:

RCW	28A.235.120	Lunchrooms--Establishment and operation-Personnel for--Agreement for
	28A.235	Surplus or Donated Food Commodities for School Hot Lunch Programs
	28A.235.130	Milk for children at school expense
	28A.623.020	Nonprofit meal program for elderly-Authorized--Restrictions
	69.04	Food, Drugs, Cosmetics, and Poisons
7 CFR	Parts 210 and 220
7 CFR	Part 245.5