What are the Different Meal Planning Options?
There are two different methods for meal planning; component/food based or nutrient based menus. Within component/food based there is a Traditional Menu or there is an Enhanced Menu. Both menus are easy to use and provide the key nutrients to students. The nutrient standard menu planning can be on site (Nutrient Standards Menus) or can be out sourced (Assisted Nutrient Standard Menus). This menu option analyzing each nutrient over a one week period to ensure that the students are receiving the key nutrients. For more information and to view the specific meal plans click: Menu Planning What is Offer vs. Serve? Offer versus Serve (OVS) is a system designed to decrease food waste and give students greater flexibility in choosing what eat for school breakfast or lunch. For more information click: Offer vs. Serve What Resources are Available? Road to SMI Success Nutrient Analysis Protocol SMI Frequently Asked Questions What does a SMI Review mean? The State agency is responsible to complete
