Snack & Lunch Requirements

Following are guidelines provided to HLCC by the Ohio Department of Job & Family Services (our licensing authority).

In packed lunches and snacks, you MUST INCLUDE items as required by these guidelines.  Serving sizes can also be found on the documents below.

• Snack:  One serving each of TWO different food groups.
• Lunch:  One serving from each of the FIVE food groups.

Five Food Groups:

• Fluid Milk
• Meat or Meat Alternative
• Fruit
• Vegetable
• Bread & Grain

Here we are sharing an article from the University of Idaho with tips for packing healthy snacks and lunches, and why this is important for your child’s education: