District Snack Guidelines

IMPORTANT PARENT INFORMATION REGARDING SPECIAL SNACKS

Foods and special snacks brought to school with the intent of sharing with all the students must be in compliance with the Institute of Medicine (IOM) recommended Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools:

< 200 calories;

< 35% of total calories from fat;

< 10% of calories from saturated fats;

Zero trans fat (< 0.5 g per serving)

< 35% of calories from total sugars; and

< 200 mg sodium

In addition, all snacks/food must come in sealed, store bought packages and labeled to show the ingredients and nutritional information. Thank you for your assistance!

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