Laveen Child Nutrition Services

10/02/2026

Check out the latest edition of Cafe Connections 👀

In this issue, we’re breaking down the 5 essential components that make up a balanced school lunch—from lean proteins to whole grains and unlimited fresh fruits & veggies! 🥗🍗

Plus in this issue:

🎪 National School Lunch Week 2026: Get ready for Cafeteria Circus coming October 12–16 featuring special circus-inspired menu favorites!

☀️ Summer Meals Impact: A look back at how our team served over 16,000 free summer meals to local families.

🏆 America’s Healthiest Schools: Celebrating 9 Laveen schools recognized for outstanding commitment to student wellness!

📲 Read the full Fall 2026 issue today!

10/01/2026

Fall Break is almost here, and lunch is on us! 🍎🥪
Join us at the Desert Meadows School Cafeteria from October 5th to October 9th, between 11:30 AM and 12:30 PM.

No sign-up or paperwork needed—just drop in! Open to any child 18 & under.

👉 View the menu: ezschoollunch.com/p/Laveen-Schools/menu

09/28/2026

Laveen Child Nutrition representing at the 70th School Nutrition of AZ Annual State Conference this past weekend.

09/25/2026

🍎🍂 THE OCTOBER SCHOOL MENU IS HERE! 🍂🍎

Get ready for a month full of fall favorites, delicious meals, and fun in the cafeteria! 🎃🍎

🎪 National School Lunch Week | October 12–16 🎪
We’re celebrating this year with a Cafeteria Circus theme! Students can enjoy circus-themed menu items and join in the fun.

🎟️ 🍿 Coloring Sheet Fun!
Students who eat school lunch and return their completed Cafeteria Circus coloring sheet to the cafeteria will receive one FREE bag of popcorn per student!

👉 Check out the October School Menu: www.ezschoollunch.com/p/laveen-schools

We’re excited for a delicious and fun-filled October! 🎪🍂🍎

09/15/2026

Does getting your child fed and out the door feel like an extreme sport? 😅 Let us take breakfast off your morning to-do list!

Did you know that all Laveen schools serve FREE breakfast every school day? 🙌 And with our Breakfast After the Bell program, your child can still enjoy breakfast at school—even if mornings at home get a little hectic.

Why school breakfast? It’s a convenient way to start the day with a balanced meal that provides important nutrients and energy to help kids fuel their busy school day. From whole grains and fruit to protein and milk, school breakfast helps give students the nutrition they need to learn, play and grow.

No rushing. No skipping breakfast. Just FREE breakfast at school! ❤️

08/25/2026

We are once again recognized as America’s Healthiest Schools! Congratulations to all of our schools and a big shoutout to our District School Wellness Committee! 👏🏼

We are thrilled to celebrate 9 Laveen Schools for being named America’s Healthiest Schools once again!

And a special shoutout to our three All-Star Schools, recognized in all 9 topic areas:
Laveen Leadership Academy at Cheatham Farms
Desert Meadows School
Vista del Sur Accelerated Academy

Congratulations to our students, staff, families, and District School Wellness Committee for making this incredible achievement possible!

We are so proud of Laveen!

08/04/2026

Our kitchen and cafeteria at Vista del Sur Accelerated Academy got a fresh makeover over the summer. We couldn’t be more excited for Ms. Veronica and her team.

08/01/2026

Our entire team came together for our annual welcome back training today. We learned, we laughed and we did all the things to be ready to welcome our students on Monday.
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07/31/2026

Healthy celebrations start with informed choices!

The Arizona Healthy Schools Act helps create healthier school environments by encouraging families to choose snacks and treats that support student wellness. Before sending classroom snacks or celebration items, take a moment to review our Parent Guide for helpful tips, ingredient information, and approved ideas.

Learn everything you need to know at LaveenSchools.org and help us keep our classrooms healthy, safe, and celebration-ready.

07/29/2026

Before you get up early to eat breakfast or pack a lunch, remember: ALL enrolled Laveen students receive breakfast and lunch at school at NO COST through the USDA Community Eligibility Provision (CEP). No application is needed—every enrolled student is automatically eligible!

Our school meals are carefully prepared to provide the high-quality nutrition students need to learn, grow, and thrive. By participating in our meal program, families can save time on busy mornings, reduce grocery costs, and know their children are enjoying balanced, nutritious meals each school day.

We encourage every student to join us for breakfast and lunch. Let us help take one more thing off your family’s to-do list while making sure every child is fueled for success! 🍎🥪🥛