FREE AND REDUCED MEAL INFORMATION AND APPLICATION
Why are meals no longer free?
Over the last two years, the federal government allowed all students to eat free regardless of learning environment or family financial situation. However, beginning on the first day of school, August 18, 2022, students will be charged for both breakfast and lunch unless they qualify for free or reduced price meals.
Do I need to submit a free and reduced price meal application for next school year?
Yes, applications will be available July 1.
I don’t qualify for free or reduced price meals. Do I need to do anything?
If you do not believe you qualify for free or reduced price meals, please make sure that there is money n your student’s account. You can add money to their account at www.mymealtime.com
If I do not submit a free and reduced application prior to the first day of school and/or if my student does not have money in their account, what will happen?
In CMSD12 we never take meals away from students. If you have not submitted an application and do not have money in your student’s account, your student will be allowed to charge meals into the negative on their account. Families are responsible for paying outstanding balances.
2021-2022 Free and Reduced Information Letter to Households
2021-2022 Free and Reduced Application
Information Release Form
Completed applications can be turned in at your child's school or at the Cheyenne Mtn School District Administration building:
1775 LaClede Street
Colorado Springs, CO 80905
SCHOOL MEAL MODIFICATION REQUEST
School meal modifications, to accommodate a disability or an allergy/intolerance, can be requested by a parent or guardian at any time by filling out one of the School Meal Modification forms below and returning it to the Director of Nutrition Services.
Letter to Parent/Guardian (August 2021)
Letter to Parent/Guardian (original letter) July 2013
School Meal Modification Form for a Dietary Disability
School Meal Modification Form Non-Disability
For any questions or concerns regarding a School Meal Modification request please contact the Director of Nutrition Services, Kathy Frank at 475-6140 x32, or the Executive Director of Business Services, Natalie Morin at 475-6100.
You may have noticed some last-minute changes to our menus. Our school nutrition program is currently experiencing supply chain issues caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Like many industries, food manufacturers and distributors are struggling with labor shortages to produce and transport food. As a result, we are having trouble receiving ingredients from our food suppliers. This is a nationwide problem, but we are working on strategies to minimize the impact on ur students. We are working closely with our distributors and manufacturers to secure both the food and supplies needed to support our school nutrition program.
While we intend to serve the posted menu each day at every school, it may not be possible until supply chain issues are resolved. We will always attempt to substitute the scheduled menu item with another that is as similar as possible to the extent we are able to do so.
We apologize to students who are experiencing last-minute menu changes. As we navigate this challenging time, we appreciate your patience and understanding. Our school nutrition team is committed to provide wholesome meals to you child each day.
PAY FOR MEALS ONLINE
By setting up this FREE account, you will be able to view your student's meal history, see account balances and set up "low balance" notifications to be emailed to you. With MealTime online you will also have the option to pay by credit card (for a nominal fee). Click the icon below for more information! Mealtime 1-800-755-0904
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION
Nutrislice Nutritional Information (electronic version)
SCHOOL WELLNESS
School Wellness Policy
Board Policy ADF.pdf
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School Wellness Assessment
School Wellness Assessment.pdf
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Wellness Advisory Committee
Wellness Committee Bylaws.pdf
NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT
In accordance with Federal civil rights law and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, it's 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.
FILING A COMPLAINT OF DISCRIMINATION
If you wish to file a Civil Rights program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, or go to any USDA office, or call (866) 632-9992 to request the form. You may also write a letter containing all of the information requested in the form. Send your completed complaint form or letter to us by mail at U.S. Department of Agriculture, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20250-9410, by fax (202) 690-7442 or e-mail at [email protected]. Individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339 or (800) 845-6136 (in Spanish). This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.