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The Neosho School District is a proud partner of Chartwells, a division of Compass Group PLC that is dedicated to creating one-of-a-kind foodservice programs customized to the needs of NSD. This partnership provides nutritious and delicious meals to our students, supporting their well-being and academic success.

Food Service

Food Services Newsletter
March 2025

Plant Power

Plant Power is a celebration of plant-based, fresh, seasonal and local fare. This month, students will learn just how powerful some plants can be in terms of protein and nutrition. Through a variety of menu items and activities, students will explore how they and their families can incorporate more of these powerful foods into their regular diet.

Upcoming Events

Celebrating Dr. Seuss
Join us for fun activities and themed meals in honor of Dr. Seuss.

Pi Day – March 14
Savory or sweet, Pi Day can’t be beat! Enjoy special menu items inspired by this mathematical celebration.

Green Eggs and Ham Event
Location: Field Early Childhood Center
Date: March 7

Student Chef Cookoff
Location: Neosho Junior High
Date: March 27
Time: 5:00 PM
Calling all student chefs! Show off your cooking skills in our exciting cookoff competition.

For more information, contact:

Mr. Chris Cizek
Director of Dining Services
Phone: 417-294-4013

Food Services Newsletter
March 2025

Plant Power

Plant Power is a celebration of plant-based, fresh, seasonal and local fare. This month, students will learn just how powerful some plants can be in terms of protein and nutrition. Through a variety of menu items and activities, students will explore how they and their families can incorporate more of these powerful foods into their regular diet.

Upcoming Events

Celebrating Dr. Seuss
Join us for fun activities and themed meals in honor of Dr. Seuss.

Pi Day – March 14
Savory or sweet, Pi Day can’t be beat! Enjoy special menu items inspired by this mathematical celebration.

Green Eggs and Ham Event
Location: Field Early Childhood Center
Date: March 7

Student Chef Cookoff
Location: Neosho Junior High
Date: March 27
Time: 5:00 PM
Calling all student chefs! Show off your cooking skills in our exciting cookoff competition.

For more information, contact:

Mr. Chris Cizek
Director of Dining Services
Phone: 417-294-4013

Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP)

  • CACFP is overseen by the Food and Nutrition Service (FNS), an agency of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Each state approves and monitors participating organizations to ensure the program runs properly.

    • Sponsoring organizations provide support, training, and monitoring to day care homes and centers.
    • Day care homes must participate through a sponsoring organization.
    • Independent centers can participate directly under the state agency.

  • The following individuals may receive meals through CACFP:

    • Children under age 13
    • Migrant children under age 16
    • Children and youth under age 19 in afterschool programs located in low-income areas
    • Children and youth under age 19 living in homeless shelters
    • Adults who are impaired or over age 60 and enrolled in adult day care

  • CACFP meals follow USDA nutrition standards:

    • Breakfast: Milk, fruits or vegetables, and grains
    • Lunch and Supper: Milk, grains, meat or other proteins, fruits, and vegetables
    • Snacks: Two different components from milk, fruits, vegetables, grains, or meat/protein

  • Several types of facilities participate in CACFP, including:

    • Child Care Centers: Licensed child care centers and Head Start programs
    • Outside-School-Hours Care Centers: Before- and after-school programs for school-age children
    • Family Day Care Homes: Licensed child care providers in private homes
    • "At-Risk" Afterschool Care Programs: Learning centers in low-income areas
    • Emergency Shelters: Shelters for homeless, runaway, or domestic violence survivors
    • Adult Day Care Centers: Licensed facilities for adults over 60 or individuals with impairments

Nondiscrimination Statement

In accordance with federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity.

Program information may be available in languages other than English. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language) should contact the responsible state or local agency that administers the program or USDA’s TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339.

To file a program discrimination complaint, a complainant should complete Form AD-3027, USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, available online at:Form AD-3027, USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form

The form can also be obtained from any USDA office, by calling (866) 632-9992, or by writing a letter that includes the complainant’s name, address, telephone number, and a detailed description of the alleged discriminatory action.

The completed form or letter must be submitted to USDA by:

  • Mail:
    U.S. Department of Agriculture
    Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights
    1400 Independence Avenue, SW
    Washington, D.C. 20250-9410

  • Fax: (833) 256-1665 or (202) 690-7442

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.