Healthy, nutritionally balanced meals are served each day to all students. City Academy follows the federal and state guidelines regarding foods of minimal nutritional value being served for all meals. Breakfast and lunch are included in regular tuition fees.
City Academy strives to create an environment where our students are able to take a break from their busy schedule and socialize with friends over a nutritious meal.
No breakfast or lunch may be brought to school by students or their parents unless approved.
Parents of children who have food allergies or special needs should obtain the appropriate form from the school office to be completed by their child’s physician.
Breakfast is served daily from 7:15 A.M. to 7:45 A.M. Students must be present by 7:30 A.M. to eat breakfast and must complete their meal by 7:45 A.M.
City Academy provides healthy snacks for students attending the After School Program. However, parents might also be encouraged to provide healthy snacks for all students in the class on an occasional basis.
Ideas for healthy snacks:
Applesauce
Bagel (whole grain)
Crackers (whole grain)
Dried cereal (avoid sugar frosted)
Fresh fruit
Fruit leathers (without added sugar)
Graham crackers
Granola bars (without nuts)
Muffins (preferably whole grain)
Popcorn (pre-popped)
Pretzels
Raisins or other dried fruit
Raw vegetables
Sunflower seeds
Trail mix (without nuts)
Unacceptable snacks:
Candy
Cookies
Brownies
Doughnuts
Snack cakes/cupcakes
Snack chips
Cheese puffs/curls
Fruit rollups
Nuts
Peanut butter
Popcorn (unpopped)