Littleton Public Schools Policy

Policy Code    EF Policy Name    Food Services Management Adoption            July 2, 1984 Revised

The goal of the Food Services Department is to offer meals that meet the nutritional needs and taste preferences of students in order to contribute to better health. It is recognized that proper nutrition contributes in a positive fashion to the teacher-student learning process and that the school lunch program serves as an educational laboratory for learning about food and nutrition. The Food Services Department and school staff shall work together to encourage daily participation in the food services program. The food services program will be operated on a financially self-supporting basis.

Federal and State Regulations

The food services program shall be operated in accordance with the regulations as prescribed by the Child Nutrition Act and follow federal and state rules for operation of food services to students including regulations of the United States Department of Agriculture, the Colorado State Board of Education, and the Colorado State Board of Health.

Meal Requirements

Meals shall comply with federal regulations.

Legal Reference: Code of Federal Regulations Title VII Part 210.10