December - Nutrition Services Newsletter

BREAKFAST JUST GOT BETTER

One of the newest breakfast items is the Breakfast Pancake Plate served every Friday. This meal provides a well-balanced plate with protein and complex carbohydrate to fuel the minds and bodies of our students.

Seasonal fruit, white and chocolate milk offered daily.

FOOD SHARE OF VENTURA COUNTY

Did you know that Food Share of Ventura County has an app? As grocery prices continue to rise and holiday expenses add up, Food Share is here to help! Download the app in the app store and use the ‘Find Food Now’ button to pull up a map of the drive-thru food distributions, hot meals and food pantries near you.

Vitamin D in December

Vitamin D levels can dip in winter months due to the winter sunlights lower levels of UVB. Choosing foods rich in Vitamin D can help support your immune system, mood and energy level. Try these foods: Salmon Eggs Milk Oranges

Harvest of the Month: Carrots

Simple is best when it comes to this months Harvest of the Month salad. The featured produce this month is carrots! The Carrot Tajin Fiesta Salad features local carrots purchased from Sunrise Organic Farms located in Carpinteria. Grab this delicious side of veggies every Tuesday and Thursday in the cafeteria!

Fri-YAY!

Fridays are the BEST days in the Cafeteria. Chocolate chip cookies are offered every Friday, while supplies last. Feed your brain in the classroom and your belly in the cafeteria.