Food Service
Welcome
We are committed to providing students with access to nutritious, balanced meals that support learning, health, and academic success. Our cafeteria offers breakfast and lunch each school day in a welcoming environment, with menu options designed to provide students with wholesome, appealing choices.
FDMealPlanner: Interactive Menu Platform
Whitsons uses FDMealplanner, a state-of-the-art mobile menu viewing platform that brings school meal planning to the next level. Through this platform, students, parents, and staff can easily access:
- Menu planning and meal options
- Nutritional information and ingredients
- Real-time allergen details
Stay informed and plan your meals with ease by visiting the interactive menu website: FDMealPlanner.
FD MealPlanner information sheet from Whitsons.
Prices
Student Meals: No cost
Second Breakfast $3.63
Second Lunch $4.46
Adult Meals
Breakfast $3.75
Lunch $5.75
Meal Accounts
SAU 70 uses My MealTime to process electronic meal payments. Learn more about My MealTime.
Special Dietary Needs
Students with medically documented dietary needs may be eligible for meal accommodations. Families should contact the school nurse or the school food services department to discuss dietary requests and complete any required documentation.
Meal Applications & National School Lunch Program Information
Marion Cross School participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP). Through Vermont's Universal School Meals program, all students are eligible to receive breakfast and lunch at no cost during the school year.
Although families do not need to complete a meal application for their child to receive free school meals, completing a Household Income Form (or meal benefits application, if applicable) is still very important.
Why Complete the Household Income Form?
Information provided by families helps determine eligibility for federal and state funding that supports students and schools. Qualifying households may also help the district provide or expand programs and services, including:
- State Aid Funding and Educational Grants
- Academic support and enrichment opportunities
- School and classroom resources
- Discounts or reduced fees for certain programs and services offered by schools or community organizations
Submitting a form can benefit both your family and our school community, even though all students receive meals at no cost.
Confidential and Secure
All information submitted is kept confidential and is used only for determining eligibility for applicable programs and funding in accordance with federal and state requirements.
Need Assistance?
If you have questions about the Household Income Form or need help completing it, please contact the Marion Cross School office. We are happy to assist you.
Parent Letter
Meal Application
The Real Food Guide to School Lunch - USDA
Frequently Asked Questions
Benefits of Having Higher Free & Reduced Percentages
Notice to beneficiaries and prospective beneficiaries