Saint Paul Public Schools Nutrition Services

Saint Paul Public Schools Nutrition Services believes basic nutrition is the right of every person and no child should worry about where their next meal will come from. SPPS NS pledges to end hunger, increase food security and improve nutrition over the next ten years by providing reliable and convenient access to no-cost meals that meet or exceed our menu philosophy for all children in Saint Paul. Alongside the fundamental need to end hunger, SPPS NS is committed to reducing the amount of waste its meal programs produce by 2029.

Free/Reduced Meal Applications

Applications for Educational Benefits and Free/Reduce priced meals must be completed each school year.

Fill out the Free/Reduced Meal Application Online
Video Link: Parents SchoolCafe Eligibility Walkthrough

The Zero² Plan

Nutrition Services Zero Hunger & Zero Waste Plan

Read Nutrition Services committment for the next 10 years in The Zero2 Plan

Nutrition

SPPS plans its menus in accordance with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA).

Online Payments

Find answers to frequently asked questions regarding prices, making payments, balances, etc.

Link: Use SchoolCafe (www.schoolcafe.com/spps) to set up and make online payments and much more.

Afterschool Snack and Suppers: Child and Adult Care Food Program

The At-Risk Afterschool Meal Program helps students get the nutritious meals they need in a safe, supervised location.

Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Program

The Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP) is a federal grant that provides a fresh fruit or vegetable snack to qualifying K-8 schools.