Food & Nutrition Information

WELCOME!

Northwest Food & Nutrition participates in the National School Lunch and School Breakfast programs. All meals are nutritionally balanced and adhere to the federal nutrition regulations set forth by the USDA.

The department has implemented many innovative initiatives and learning opportunities, such as Rainbows & Butterflies where students are introduced to fruits and vegetables of different colors and use that produce to create their own edible rainbows to enjoy! Many classrooms have enjoyed the Roving Chef program, in which students prepare a meal while learning about the ingredients and the science behind cooking.  Additionally, students at all levels are actively engaged in providing feedback during taste testing.

Tori Christie, Director of Dining Services, is committed to the nutritional well-being of every student and staff member. As part of this commitment, you will notice excellent food quality, variety, and revolutionary menus that appeal to everyone. The students and administrators will be able to enjoy fresh fruits and vegetables, made from scratch meals, and interactive nutrition education programs that involve administrators, teachers, parents, and students. The District’s partnership with Southwest Food Excellence (SFE) provides students and staff with the freshest, most appetizing and nutritious foods within the K-12 community.

Please call our food service office at (636) 671-3554 with any questions or concerns. SFE looks forward to serving you!

New Eligibility Guidelines for the 2023-24 School Year

We encourage our families to fill out a meal application as soon as possible.  Along with providing meal assistance and discounts to families, Free & Reduced forms enable the District to provide vital programs and services to students and the staffing for these programs.  Please note: If you filled out an application before July 1, 2023, you need to reapply for this school year under the new eligibility guidelines.

The quick and easy application can be found on the Free & Reduced Application page.   This year’s meal prices can also be found on the Breakfast and Lunch Prices page.  To access your student’s meal account and make payments please visit the Meal Account Information page.

The USDA has compiled some helpful Frequently Asked Questions and information for parents about the changes that include helpful information about continuing supply chain issues across the country that may affect our menu items here at Northwest. 

USDA Non-Discrimination Statement

In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g. Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.), should contact the Agency (State or local) where they applied for benefits.  Individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English.

To file a program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, (AD-3027) found online at http://www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html, and at any USDA office, or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by:

1. mail:. U.S. Department of Agriculture
   Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights
   1400 Independence Avenue, SW
   Washington, D.C. 20250-9410;

2. fax: (202) 690-7442; or

3. email: program.intake@usda.gov.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.