Welcome to Child Nutrition Program!

Good nutrition and learning go hand in hand.

The Nutrition Services department is made up of a team of food and nutrition professionals that are dedicated to students' health, well being and their ability to learn. We support learning by promoting healthy habits for lifelong nutrition and fitness practices.

Meals, foods and beverages sold or served at schools meet state and federal requirements which are based on the USDA Dietary Guidelines. We provide students with access to a variety of affordable and appealing foods that meet the health and nutrition needs of students.

The Williamsville School Nutrition Program provides meals with a variety of healthy foods that are appealing to students and meet USDA nutrition standards as well as the criteria for the Healthy Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010. Our menus feature appetizing and nutritious food choices including a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables that our local when the season permits, lower fat meat and dairy, plus many whole grain enriched options. In addition to our daily featured lunch, students are also offered a minimum of 3 alternate options. 

Current federal standards include:

• Portion sizes and calories individualized for each grade group (K-8, 9-12)               
• Fat free or low fat milk varieties
• Larger servings and more variety of fruits and vegetables
• More whole grain products such as breads, pastas and rice
• Students must select a minimum of ½ cup of fruit or vegetable on their tray at lunch.

The District’s Child Nutrition Program participates in the National School Meal Program under the guidance of the USDA. Menus are carefully planned to provide a balanced, healthy meal that is a very good value for the money. No local funds are used to support the Child Nutrition Program.

Williamsville Schools and an increasing number of school districts across the country have begun to source more foods locally. This nationwide movement is designed to enrich children's bodies and minds while supporting local economies if often referred to as "Farm to school". The Williamsville Child Nutrition program has been participating in this program for many years. The objective is to serve healthy meals in school and improve student nutrition while providing agriculture, health and nutrition education opportunities and supporting our local and regional farmers.