Business Details
Nourishing Students with Healthy School Meals in Baton Rouge
The Diocese of Baton Rouge Child Nutrition Program has been dedicated to providing nutritious, well-balanced meals that support students' health, development, and academic success. Our program operates in strict compliance with USDA guidelines, ensuring all meals meet the highest nutritional standards while offering student-friendly options. We serve breakfast, lunch, and free afterschool meals at participating schools, prioritizing accessibility for all students regardless of financial background. Our team accommodates special dietary needs through medically documented meal plans, maintaining rigorous food safety and sanitation practices across all kitchens. We empower parents with online meal payment systems, transparent communication channels, and opportunities for direct involvement in our nutrition initiatives.With a focus on health equity, we administer free and reduced-price meal programs while maintaining detailed records for federal compliance. Our commitment extends beyond meals to fostering educational environments through afterschool supper programs that combine nourishment with enrichment activities. We maintain year-round communication through multiple platforms and provide clear pathways for refund requests and account management. Our nondiscrimination policies ensure equal access for all families, and we continuously seek passionate individuals to join our mission-driven team.
Services
School Breakfast Program
Lunch Service
After-School Meals
Online Meal Payments
Special Dietary Accommodations
Highlights and features
- We follow USDA nutritional guidelines to ensure balanced meals for students
- Our online payment system offers 24/7 account management convenience
- We accommodate special dietary needs with documented medical requirements
- Our afterschool supper program combines meals with educational enrichment
- We maintain strict food safety and sanitation standards across all kitchens
Associations and certifications
- USDA
Services
School Breakfast Program
We provide USDA-compliant breakfast options that meet federal nutrition standards while appealing to student preferences. Our menus feature balanced meals with whole grains, fruits, and protein sources to support morning learning readiness. All breakfasts are prepared in facilities following strict food safety protocols.
Online Meal Payments
Our MySchoolBucks platform enables 24/7 account management with credit/debit card or electronic check payments. Parents receive low-balance alerts and can view transaction histories while maintaining secure payment processing through PCI-compliant systems.
Special Dietary Accommodations
We implement medically documented dietary modifications for students with health requirements. Our registered dietitian collaborates with healthcare providers to create customized meal plans that maintain nutritional balance while addressing specific dietary restrictions.
After-School Meals
Our federally funded afterschool meal program provides nutritious suppers to students through age 18. These meals accompany structured enrichment activities including homework help, fitness programs, and educational workshops in participating schools.
Free/Reduced Meals
We administer USDA free and reduced-price meal programs based on household income guidelines. Our application process ensures eligible students receive nutritious meals while maintaining family financial confidentiality and compliance with federal regulations.
People
Lynda Carville
Director
Lynda Carville leads the Child Nutrition Program with over 20 years of experience in school nutrition administration. She oversees meal program implementation, staff training, and compliance with federal regulations while maintaining community partnerships to enhance student nutrition access.
Questions
How do I apply for free or reduced-price meals?
Complete the Free/Reduced Meal Application available on our website and submit it to your child's school. Eligibility follows USDA income guidelines.
Can I view my child's meal purchases online?
Yes, our MySchoolBucks system allows parents to track account balances, recent purchases, and set low-balance alerts 24/7.
How are special dietary needs accommodated?
Submit a Louisiana Special Dietary Order Form with medical documentation to your school nurse. Our registered dietitian will coordinate appropriate meal modifications.
What happens to unused meal funds?
Balances automatically carry over to the next school year. Refunds require submission of the End-of-Year Refund Request Form for graduating or transferring students.
Are afterschool meals available to all students?
Yes, our federally funded supper program serves all students through age 18 at participating schools with no charge for eligible participants.