Food Service Facts

Guidance & Forms for School Nutrition Program Administrators

To keep up to date, regularly check the USDA Child Nutrition Programs' Web site for recently posted regulations, policy clarifications, prototype application materials, and other information. Most recent changes within each chapter are highlighted in yellow. New guidance is also posted at SNP What's New or in Monthly Updates.

Chapter 1: Contacts & Websites
Chapter 2: Organization & Administration
Chapter 3: Program Agreement for School Nutrition Programs
Chapter 4: Meal Service Policies
Chapter 5: Civil Rights
Chapter 6: Confidentiality & Disclosure of Eligibility Information
Chapter 7: Determining Eligibility for Reduced Price & Free Benefits
Chapter 8: Verification of Eligibility
Chapter 9: Meal Accountability Responsibilities, Systems, Policies
Chapter 10: Food Service Revenue & Expenditures
Chapter 11: Claiming Reimbursement
Chapter 12: Financial Management
Chapter 13: Business Ethics & Purchasing
Chapter 14: Food Service Management Companies
Chapter 15: Reviews & Audits
Chapter 16: Menu Planning & Nutrition Standards for School Meals
Chapter 17: Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program
Chapter 18: Provisions 1, 2, 3 and Community Eligibility Provision
Chapter 19: Students with Special Dietary Needs
Chapter 20: Smart Snacks in Schools
Chapter 21: Local School Wellness Policies
Chapter 22: Food Safety & Sanitation
Chapter 23: Professional Standards, Personnel Guidelines & Professional Development
Chapter 24: Parent & Student Involvement

Chapter 25: School Breakfast Program
Chapter 26: Afterschool Snack Program
Chapter 27: Summer Nutrition Options
Chapter 28: Other Related Programs
Chapter 29: Residential Child Care Institutions
Chapter 30: History
Chapter 31: Resources