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Food and Nutrition
Child Nutrition\Food Service
It is the belief of the East Carroll Parish Child Nutrition Program that a nutritious meal is essential to the learning process for every child. The USDA has established nutrition standards for its school meals programs and, school systems are a key setting for healthy nutritional habits, education and physical activity strategies. The East Carroll Parish Child Nutrition Program uses Federal and State Guidelines as developed by the United States Department of Agriculture to develop and implement menus.
Our Mission
To facilitate every child's maximum potential for learning as well as develop healthier lifestyles to lower their risk for disease, through encouraging healthier eating habits, and increased physical activities.
Our Goals
- To provide a variety of foods and choices
- To provide sound nutrition education.
- Promote long term health
Helpful Links
www.usda.gov
www.teamnutrition.usda.gov
www.nfsmi.orgPlease click on the link below to view school menus.