Snack Procedure and Policy

All foods brought from home must meet established guidelines set by MLA. A calendar will be sent home at the beginning of each month with each day's snack listed. Parents will be responsible for providing snack on their designated days. Snack must be delivered to MLA prior to the start of class. All snacks must be sent to school unopened and in its original package. There must be enough food for all of the students in the class. Food prepared at home (i.e. cupcakes, muffins) is permitted only on special occasions, such as birthdays, holidays, etc. If a student has a problem with an item listed on the menu, the classroom teacher must receive advance written notification, and an alternate plan made. If that plan includes an alternate snack brought from home, the snack must be individually wrapped, labeled with your child's name, and dated. MLA will provide paper products and plastic utensils, as necessary. No food will be cooked at MLA for snack purposes. Fresh fruits and vegetables will be cleaned. If you choose to send juice along with the day's snack, please send only 100% juice. Failing to provide snack will result in a missed snack fee charge of $20.00. Missed snack fee for PReK is $10.00 since they are half-day. (2004-05)