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Students and parents complain about school meals; district hires food consultant and plans cafeteria repurposing
Summary
Multiple public commenters, including students, said cafeteria food is unpalatable and causes stomach problems. Superintendent DiCarlo said the district will hire a food consultant, involve student voices, and repurpose high school cafeterias for next year to improve meals and dining areas.
During public comment at the April 8 East Ramapo board meeting, several speakers complained about the quality and safety of school meals, with a 12-year-old student describing repeated experiences of being hungry or becoming ill after lunch.
The district's superintendent, DiCarlo, responded directly during the…
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