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District reports jump in meal participation after menu, service changes
Summary
Food-services staff said changes to menus and grab-and-go options have increased participation, with about 70 more breakfast meals served at middle and high schools; the board heard plans to reduce waste and improve POS reporting.
The board heard from food-services staff about menu revisions, POS-system adjustments and new "grab-and-go" options that staff said increased student participation. "At breakfast, they have probably gone up almost 70 kids more," the food-service presenter said, describing expanded options at middle and high schools and an effort to advertise free meals to families.
Staff described changes intended to reduce waste, including a share bin for fruits and vegetables and cycle menus to improve consistency. Trustees asked about reimbursement reporting and system compliance; staff said they had addressed several audit red flags by adjusting serving lines and POS tracking and are working with county guidance to ensure USDA compliance.
