Johnston County Public Schools

Good nutrition and learning go hand in hand! The JCPS Nutrition Services department is made up of a team of food and nutrition professionals that are dedicated to students' health, well being and their ability to learn. We support learning by promoting healthy habits for lifelong nutrition and fitness practices. Meals, foods and beverages sold or s... erved at schools meet state and federal requirements which are based on the USDA Dietary Guidelines. We provide students with access to a variety of affordable and appealing foods that meet the health and nutrition needs of students. The mission of JCPS School Nutrition Services is to provide a nutritionally adequate, moderately priced breakfast and lunch for every Johnston County Public School student, so that they are enable to take full advantage of the educational process. Hungry children have been shown to exhibit behavioral changes, tardies, and absences which may limit their response to learning opportunities. We take pride in being a highly trained, dedicated, and professional team who works continuously of fulfilling this mission. Students that require special dietary needs can range from lactose intolerance to severe food allergies. Below are steps you can follow to ensure your child's needs are being met through the National School Breakfast and Lunch programs at your child's school. What is needed? A physicians statement indicating your child is lactose intolerant and requires a Johnston County Public Schools School Nutrition Services approved substitute. What is needed? If your child has a food allergy, it is best to have a medical statement on file with the registered dietitian in School Nutrition Services. You may download this form from this page. Please read all the instructions carefully. Religious or Non-Religious Food Preferences: What is needed? If you are vegetarian or have other food preferences, School Nutrition Services may provide substitutions for your child based on availability. These substitutions will be made on a case-by-case basis ...Read More