Nutrition Standards have been updated and in order to comply with the updates and remain within in the law there are changes to what students on campus may be served when it comes to food. This will impact parents and guardians wanting to celebrate their child’s birthday and many other school-wide celebrations. Please read through this entire document as it contains important details of the regulation. A quick run-down of the 5157 Regulation:

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* Any food awards are required to be in alignment with the nutrient and beverage standards as specified in this regulation.

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*Parents and Guardians, please note that ONLY the approved food items from the list above are allowed on campus for any reason, including student birthdays. See the lists below for approved and not approved items.

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* The school will not accept nor serve any food items that do not meet Regulation 5157 Nutrition Standards and listed on the approved lists. See the lists below for specific details.

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* All foods for special occasions (birthdays, celebrations, etc) must be on the approved lists and commercially prepared to minimize risks of foodborne illnesses and to avoid known food allergens.

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* Nutrient and beverage standards will apply to all foods and beverages sold or given away to students during the period from midnight before to 30 minutes after the end of the school day (From 8:30 am – 3:41 pm).

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* The District allows for exceptions to the wellness policy for schoolwide special occasions or holidays, not to exceed twice per month. Bighorn Country and PTO will designate these two days per month.