The FDA regulates food sales in school districts. The following is an overview of some of those regulations. This resource needs occasional updating. Check with the Food Services department to verify it is the most recent information. This page was last updated for the 2025-26 school year.
USDA Smart Snacks Guidelines – Quick Reference
Applies to: All foods and beverages sold on school campus during the school day (outside of the school lunch & breakfast programs).
School Campus: All areas under school jurisdiction accessible to students. (Excludes teacher lounges/staff-only areas.)
School Day: Midnight through 30 minutes after the official school day ends.
Items sold in:
School stores
Snack bars
Vending machines
Culinary class sales to students
Items not consumed on campus (e.g., frozen pizza fundraisers).
Must meet USDA nutrition standards if sold during the school day.
Two exemptions per student organization, per school year for non-compliant items.
Exempt fundraisers cannot take place in the cafeteria during meal service.
Documentation required for:
All food sales outside of food service
Fundraiser compliance/exemptions
Records will be reviewed during Administrative Reviews.
Reminder: Compliance is a federal requirement to ensure a healthy environment for all students.
Thank you for your attention to these important guidelines. If you have any questions or would like for me to do a nutritional assessment, please let me know.
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Amy Gunsallus
Food and Nutrition Service Director
Baldwin-Woodville School District
1000 13th Ave, Baldwin, WI 54002
(715) 684-3321 Ext 4116
