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GPISD reports higher meal participation; adds snack bars and 100%‑juice slushies at middle schools

Grand Prairie ISD School Health Advisory Council · October 2, 2024
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Summary

District Child Nutrition reported increased meal participation, installed snack bars at three campuses, and installed slushie machines serving 100% juice across middle schools.

Child Nutrition told the SHAC that meal participation has increased across the district. Dustin Seymour said snack bars were added at SGP, GPFAA and Dubiski and slushie machines serving 100% juice were introduced at all middle schools to broaden meal and snack options.

The presentation framed the amenities as part of broader efforts to increase participation and student satisfaction with school meals. Esmeralda Rumbaugh, a committee member and parent, praised the changes and their effect on ensuring students receive meals.