You’ve probably seen a variety of posts online from parents who’ve packed the most picture-perfect lunch for their kid to bring to school. Maybe you’ve even put together a few yourself! You may even be thinking about how school lunch was for you, and don’t want your kids eating the same cardboard pizza you were accustomed to. A packed lunch means you know exactly what your child is eating everyday. 

But what you may not realize is that schools across the country have made huge strides over the past few decades. School nutrition programs are focused and dedicated to serving healthy and nutritious meals that students will love. Cafeterias are infusing new flavors into their menus and implementing some pretty cool programs to ensure they’re delivering the very best to your students everyday: 

Going green with school gardens and Farm-to-School programs

Many districts are starting school gardens or Farm-to-School programs as a way to bring more fresh and locally-sourced produce into their cafeterias. These are a great way to make sure that your students get fresh, delicious ingredients in their meals. It is also a fun way for your students to learn about where their food comes from and excited about what they are eating! 

Encouraging more fruits & veggies

Another thing that is helping improve cafeterias, is salad bars and rainbow meal initiatives. You always want to make sure your kids have a colorful plate and salad bars help do just that.

Getting feedback directly from students

Many nutrition programs host taste tests so they can get opinions about menu options right from the students! This way they know exactly what meals the students will enjoy.

We know how busy the work week can already be, and want to help take one more thing off your plate.  Rest assured knowing your student is able to get a delicious, healthy meal right at school. Easily keep track of what they’re eating each day and conveniently add lunch money online with MySchoolBucks.

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