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Teacher raises concern that morning ala carte sales are affecting elementary students' social dynamics
Summary
Ms. Combs told the board that elementary students are buying treats in the morning and using purchases to influence friendships; the board discussed eliminating morning ala carte sales after the holiday break and offering paw-reward coupons instead.
During audience participation, Ms. Combs told the board that elementary students have been purchasing ala carte treats in the morning and that the practice appears to be changing peer interactions. She reported that students are saying, "If you buy me a treat I'll be your friend."
Board members discussed possible steps, including eliminating morning ala carte sales after the Christmas break while maintaining free shelf options and expanding a paw-rewards coupon for special treats. Board member Steve Hardman volunteered to donate money to cover the snacks for the coupon paw rewards. No formal policy vote was recorded at the meeting; the conversation was recorded as a public concern for staff to address.
