In-Person Dining

Some safety measures we are taking:

• No pins needed--all meals are free. We have temporarily eliminated the need for pin numbers, reducing potential for contact. 
• Individually wrapped items and packaged meals. It’s the same great food families have come to expect, packaged individually for safety
• No sharing of food, including no share tables. New--students can take any of their own unopened food home for eating later.
• Contact-free hydration stations at all schools! Water fountains will be closed but every school has a hydration station for refilling water bottles. 
• Staff will be wearing masks, gloves, and following all safety procedures.
• School principals have created safety plans to maintain social distancing while eating. Every school’s plan is a little different so connect with your school for more information.

Prepare your child for eating at school:

• Review the menu and let your child know to take milk only if they plan to drink it.
• Send your child to school each day with a filled water bottle. Cups will be available at school for students who forget their water bottle.
• Review MPS’ waste disposal guide to learn how to sort trash, recycling, and organics for common menu items. Schools will be following these waste-reduction practices. Remind your child they can put unopened food items or whole fruit in their backpacks.