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Board hears concerns about meal portions and orders review of food-service compliance
Summary
School staff and a parent raised concerns that some students may be receiving inadequate meal portions; Business Manager recommended a portioning review to ensure CACFP/CANS compliance and the superintendent highlighted an after-school supper program to support nutrition.
Elementary Principal Amelia Black Bear told the board she was concerned some students might not be receiving adequate food portions during meal service and that the school should remain in compliance with CACFP/CANS nutritional guidelines. The item was raised during the public presentation segment and carried into discussion with business and administrative staff.
Business Manager Pedro Rosa recommended the school review current food-service portioning to verify meals meet required standards. Superintendent James Bagwell told the board the school encourages participation in breakfast and lunch and has implemented an after-school supper program this year to support student nutrition. The board did not record a specific corrective action or timeline in the minutes, only a directive to review portioning practices.
