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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

  • A: Menus can be accessed at Lunch Menus, or by clicking the Lunch Menus link under the Quick Links on the district homepage.

  • A: Each breakfast meal must offer four food items including grains/protein, fruits, and milk. Students must choose at least three of these items and one must be at least a ½ cup of fruit.

    Each lunch meal must offer meat/meat alternatives, grains, vegetables, fruits, and milk. Students must choose at least three of these components and one must be at least a ½ cup of vegetable and/or fruit.

  • This school year, students will receive one free breakfast and one free lunch per day.

  • MySchoolBucks is an online system that allows families to view account balances, deposit funds using a credit card or electronic check, and view purchase history.

  • Student ID numbers can be found in Infinite Campus using the Parent Portal. Click here to access the Parent Portal.

  • A: Penfield Central School participates in the School Breakfast Program (SBP) and the National School Lunch Program (NSLP), providing nutritionally balanced meals each school day. This school year, all students will receive one free breakfast and one free lunch daily.

  • A: Families should complete the Household Application online by going to the Food Service homepage.

  • A: Yes, each school year you need to fill out an updated form.

  • A: You should reach out to the school nurse to ensure the proper documentation is on file. If your student would like to purchase meals at school and they have allergies, please call the food service office at 585-249-6483 to discuss specific options for your student. More information is available here: Accommodations for Students with Special Dietary Needs

  • A: Yes, NYS has an anti-shaming law, therefore, even if your student does not have money on their account, they will be allowed to select a breakfast or lunch meal. This does not apply to a-la-carte items. Click here for the Board policy against meal shaming.

  • SNAP helps families buy food. SNAP provides monthly benefits to buy food at grocery stores and farmers markets. SNAP helps families stretch their food budget so kids get the nutrition they need to learn and grow.

    With SNAP:
    • Your family can buy more food at the grocery store
    • Your school gets more funding that benefits students

    Visit SNAPHelpNY.org to see if you may be eligible! We can even help you complete and submit your application. It is free and confidential.