Allergies
Allergies
Food Allergies and Special Dietary Needs: We Need Your Help
Food allergies and certain medical conditions can affect what a student is able to eat safely. If your child has a food allergy or special dietary need, please let us know so we can work with you to provide safe meals at school.
If your child needs a meal modification that changes the standard school meal pattern, we will need a written medical statement from a qualified medical professional. This may include a physician, nurse practitoner, physician assistant, or registered dietitian, and it should list the foods to avoid and appropriate substitutions.
In some cases, simple substitutions can be made within the regular meal pattern without a medical statement. However, documentation from a medical professional helps us ensure we are meeting your child’s needs safely and correctly.
Milk Alternatives:
If your child cannot drink cow’s milk for non-disability reasons (such as a preference, intolerance, or dietary choice), the school may provide an approved milk alternative (such as soy milk or lactaid). A written note from a parent or guardian is required to request a milk alternative. No medical statement is required for this substitution as long as the beverage meets USDA nutrition standards.
Once we receive the documentation, our kitchen manager will work with you to review your child’s dietary needs and discuss how meals will be handled in the cafeteria. Our staff carefully review ingredient labels, follow procedures to prevent cross-contact, and work to ensure students can eat safely alongside their peers.
If your child’s allergy or dietary needs change, please notify us as soon as possible so we can update their information.
Providing safe meals for students is a shared effort, and we appreciate your partnership in helping us keep your child safe at school.
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