Nutrition and Wellness Programs
National School Lunch ProgramThe National School Lunch Program (NSLP) is a voluntary program available to all public and private schools, and residential child care institutions which agree to operate a non-profit program offering lunches meeting federal requirements to all children in attendance. The NSLP also includes the School Breakfast Program, Special Milk Program, Seamless Summer Option, and Afterschool Care Program. For more detailed information, click on Frequently Asked Questions |
School Breakfast ProgramThe School Breakfast Program (SBP) is a voluntary program available to all public and private schools, and residential child care institutions which agree to operate a non-profit program offering breakfasts meeting federal requirements to all children in attendance. The SBP is part of the National School Lunch Program. For more detailed information, click on Frequently Asked Questions. |
After-School Care ProgramThe National School Lunch Program (NSLP) offers cash reimbursement to help schools serve snacks to children in after-school activities aimed at promoting the health and well-being of children and youth in our communities. The After-School Care Program is part of the National School Lunch Program. For more detailed information, click on Frequently Asked Questions. |
Special Milk ProgramThe Special Milk Program (SMP) is a voluntary program available to all public and private schools, and residential child care institutions which agree to operate a non-profit program offering milk meeting federal requirements to all children in attendance. Schools in the NSLP or SBP may also participate in the SMP to provide milk to children that do not have access to the other school meal programs. The SMP is part of the National School Lunch Program. For more detailed information, click on Frequently Asked Questions. |
General School Based Child Nutrition Program Links
- Administrative Handbook
- Accommodating Children with Special Dietary Needs
- Electronic Direct Certification
- Farm to School
- Forms, Documents, and Resources
- Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP)
- Guidelines for Management of Food Allergies in Schools
- HACCP/Food Safety Information
- Healthy Hunger-Free Kids Act (HHFKA) of 2010
- Household Eligibility Applications and Documents
- Instructions for Online Applications and Reports
- New Applicants—Program
Participation Request Form
- Part 305—School Food Service Rules
- Public Act 096-0734 (which amends Public Act 095-0155)—Summer Food Service Program
- Legislation
- Questions and Answers (9/11)
- School-Based Child Nutrition Programs Calendar July 2012 – June 2013
- Spotlight on Schools
- USDA Meal Pattern and Menu Planning Information
- Wellness Policy (NSLP)
