Published On: October 21st, 2013By

Aldine ISD Provides Evening Meals to Middle, High School Students

Since October 1, Aldine ISD has been offering evening meals to students at every middle and high school campus.

These schools offer educational and enrichment programs for students after school, which enable the At Risk Evening Meal Program to be provided by the Child Nutrition Services Department. There is no cost to the students for the evening meal. The program operates Monday through Thursday each week during the school year between 3:30-5:30 p.m.

Students receive box meals featuring sub sandwiches, chicken wraps, yogurt and cheese, peanut butter and jelly, fresh fruits and vegetables along with milk as menu choices. All meals are planned by the department’s registered dietitian and meet all required menu standards of the United States Department of Agriculture.

The school district’s decision to operate the evening meal program provides an educational and nutritional opportunity for students. Additionally, academic achievement and good health are beneficial for success in the classroom.

About the Author: Mike Keeney

Director of Public Information Aldine ISD