Food at School
We promote healthy eating habits at Paloma. Students may eat a snack at the beginning of their morning recess, and we encourage some type of healthy food. Soft drinks are not allowed, and never send glass containers with your child. Only healthy foods and beverages may be served for classroom celebrations.
District policy lists the following items as acceptable:
Bagels |
Fresh Fruit |
Pizza |
Bread (plain rolls) |
Frozen Fruit Bars |
Popcorn |
Cookies (low fat) |
Low fat meats |
Refried Beans |
Cheeses (low fat) |
Muffins (low fat) |
Yogurt |
Cottage Cheese |
Nuts/Nut Bars |
Crackers (low fat, whole grain) |
Milk (2%, 1%, Soy, nonfat & rice milk) |
Quick Breads (no frosting) |
Vegetable Drinks |
Drinking Water (plain) |
Fruit Drinks (50% fruit) |
Candy and gum are not allowed at Paloma.
Parties - Holidays
We have three occasions during the year when class parties are appropriate: winter holidays, Valentine’s Day, and end of the year. These three dates are the limit of our school parties. Room parents will be in charge of arranging these three parties with the teacher.
At least 25% of all planned celebrations and reward events must be done without food or beverages with the exception of water.
Birthdays
Food and/or beverages are not allowed for birthday recognition. Parents may donate a book to the library or the student’s classroom in celebration of their child’s birthday.