The Madison County Child Nutrition Department operates 25
cafeteria sites and serves approximately 12,795 lunches and 3,440 breakfasts each school
day. The meals provided are in compliance with USDA Regulations and meet the school meal
initiative requirement.
The Students meal service is provided by 200 Child Nutrition professionals whose goal is
to provide meals that are nutritionally sound, appealing and satisfying.
The
primary objective of the child nutrition program is to make available to every student a
nutritious, well-prepared and attractive lunch every day. A complete breakfast is
offered every morning from 7:15 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. at all schools. Times will vary
according to each school's operational hours.
All
meals meet the standards as provided in federal, state and local laws and/or rules and
regulations. Menu patterns are based on the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, and
amounts of sugar, sodium and fat are controlled.