HCSD Food Service FAQ

Food Service Program

What do I do if my child has special dietary needs or a food allergy?
If you child(ren) have special dietary restrictions we need a written notice from their doctor. The school nurse and cafeteria would need a copy of this on file. We will then work with you and your student to monitor these special dietary related issues.
Why does my child have charges?
The Hornell City School District does not refuse a child breakfast or lunch. If students do not bring money with them or have money on their meal account we allow them to charge, up to a maximum of three times. If a family does not want their child(ren) to be allowed to charge, the Food Services Department needs that information in writing.
My children receive a free lunch, why do they owe money?
If a child brings a lunch from home and gets a milk to drink at school he/she needs to pay for it. Milk alone or snacks do not qualify as a free meal under the USDA guidelines.
What is a reimbursable meal under the USDA guidelines?
Under the nutrient standard menu format that we use, all students must take an entrée plus an additional 1 to 4 sides depending on their grade level. Please click here to view the guidelines for your child(rens) grade level.