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Nutrient Standards of Meals Offered

On July 1, 2012, new federal nutrition standards took effect and meals served through the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast program must now meet science-base requirements.

These new standards are based on recommendations from the Institute of Medicine and follow the 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans. The biggest changes in the first year include offering fruits and vegetables as two separate components every day, and increasing whole grains while decreasing calories and sodium.

Implementation for lunch must take place in the 2012-2013 school year and breakfast requirements will begin in the 2013-2014 school year.

All lunch meals in Aldine are planned according to the New Nutrition Standards and meet all new requirements.

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Meal Pricing for the 2012-2013 School Year

 
ELEMENTARY STUDENTS
 MIDDLE/HIGH STUDENTS

 ADULT /
NON-ENROLLED CHILDREN

 
No Cost 
 
No Cost
 
$1.15

 
 
$ 1.45
 
$ 1.70
 
$2.50

USDA regulations require that adult servings be no more than those portions served to secondary students. Because there is no food commodity value or federal reimbursement for adult meals, USDA requires higher prices be charged.

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Aldine Child Nutrition Services meets the highest standards of food safety established by federal, state and local health requirements. All cafeteria facilities must be inspected at least twice each school year. Inspection reports are posted for public view in each cafeteria. A current HACCP program is in place and utilized in all schools in order to provide safe meals and service for all customers.
 
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Payment Procedures

All Aldine students are provided a child nutrition account using their district assigned ID#. The assigned ID# does not change when a student is promoted to another grade level or moves to another Aldine school. This system allows meals and a la carte purchases to be tracked by student for accountability purposes. Parents are encouraged to deposit money on their child’s account for meals and/or a la carte purchases. Deposits are taken daily at each campus. Contact your school cafeteria manager or the CN Department for further information regarding deposit/payment procedures.

Enjoy the ease of paying online with the all new MyPaymentsPlus.

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A la Carte Sales

A la carte items such as water, fruit juice based beverages and snacks are offered for sale through Aldine CNS. Monies may be deposited in a student’s account to cover these items. Students paying cash for these items must still enter their ID# so that a record of sale can be generated.

Parents may block a la carte sales to their child by sending a note to the school cafeteria manager. A la carte items may not be charged.

Notes relating to food allergies or other medical conditions may be posted on the student's account.

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The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in  public and non-profit private schools across the nation. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to more than 3 million Texas school children. 
 
 In 1998, Congress expanded the National School Lunch Program to include reimbursement for snacks served to in after school educational and enrichment programs to children through 18 years of age.
 
 
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The School Breakfast program is a federally assisted meal program operating in  schools and institutions across the nation and serves more than 1.5 million Texas children. It began as a pilot project in 1966  and became permanent in 1975. 
  
Texas state law requires that a school must participate in the School Breakfast Program if at least 10 percent of their students are eligible to receive free or reduced-price meals. 
 
Breakfast at NO COST
Aldine Child Nutrition services is proud to offer every student within the district "Breakfast at No Cost" daily. We understand the importance of eating a healthy and nutritious breakfast everyday and are glad to ensure all students have an opportunity to Start Smart with breakfast.
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Texas Public School Nutrition Policy

Texas public schools participating in the National School Lunch, School Breakfast and After School Care Programs must comply with the revised TPSNP, dated August 1, 2007.  The policy is intended to supplement federal policies defined by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food and Nutrition Service.

►Click here to view the full Texas Public School Nutrition Policy

In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call (800) 795-3272 (voice) or (202) 720-6382 (TTY). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

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Non-Discrimination Statement: This explains what to do if you believe you have been treated unfairly. In accordance with Federal Law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Adjudication, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call toll free (866) 632-9992 (Voice). Individuals who are hearing impaired or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339; or (800) 845-6136.  USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.



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