PROGRAM PHILOSOPHY, GOALS & OBJECTIVES
Wellness & Nutrition The State Preschool program will meet all children’s nutritional needs for the duration of the program by providing a well-balanced breakfast, lunch, or snack. Meals, foods, and beverages served meet the state and federal requirements which are based on the USDA Dietary Guidelines. Items must be commercially prepared and stable temperature must be maintained until children are served. The program provides children with access to a variety of foods that meet the health and nutritional needs of children. Children are provided access to drinking water throughout the day, including during mealtimes and/or snack time and outdoor play. Children will have access to drinking fountains and/or hydration stations throughout the school site. Staff will ensure that the drinking fountains and drinking areas are clean, properly maintained and are lead-free.
Any school site that participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) requires a meal form for each child. The meal form requires total household income including cash aid and a social security number for the person signing the form.If the preschool child does not meet the income guidelines for the school district, the district will cover the cost of the meals.
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