Snack

In our commitment to promoting a healthy environment for all students, we ask that parents and guardians pack at least two healthy snacks for their child each day. Nutritious snacks help keep children energized and focused throughout the school day.

Please pack snacks separately from your child’s lunch box so they are easy to identify. Each year, we have at least one kiddo who accidentally eats their entire lunch during snack time because they mistake it for their snack!

Here are some nutritious and kid-friendly snack ideas:

Fresh Fruit: Apples, bananas, oranges, grapes, and berries are all easy to pack and eat. For variety, you can mix fruit into a fruit salad or create fruit kabobs.

Vegetable Sticks: Carrot, cucumber, bell pepper, and celery sticks are crunchy and satisfying. Pair them with a small container of hummus or yogurt dip for added flavor.

Yogurt: Greek yogurt or regular yogurt can be a good source of protein and calcium. You can add fresh fruit or a sprinkle of granola on top.

Cheese: String cheese or cheese cubes are easy to pack and provide calcium and protein. Pair them with whole-grain crackers for a balanced snack.

Crackers: Look for crackers made with whole grains. Pair them with cheese or a slice of turkey for added nutrition.

Trail Mix: Make your own trail mix with a mix of nuts, seeds, dried fruit, and a few dark chocolate chips. Opt for unsweetened dried fruit and nuts without added salt.

Muffins: Bake muffins using whole grain flour and add in fruits like blueberries or bananas. Look for recipes with lower sugar content.

Popcorn: Popcorn is a whole grain snack that’s low in calories. 

Rice Cakes: Whole grain rice cakes are a light snack. Add a slice of cheese for added nutrition.

Hummus and Pita Bread: Whole wheat pita bread cut into wedges with hummus.