At $0 balance, no a la carte purchases are permitted. Any debt must be paid before a la carte purchases can be made.<\/p>\n
Restrictions can be placed on your child\u2019s account at any time throughout the year. Once restrictions are placed, they cannot be removed unless the parent provides the food service manager with a letter asking for the restrictions to be removed.<\/p>\n
We accept cash or check here at Valley Ridge. We do ask that you please write your child\u2019s first and last name, at least one phone number, preferably two phone numbers<\/strong> on the memo line of the check.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n At our school, we believe that well-fed students are better prepared to learn and thrive. That\u2019s why we\u2019re proud to offer a comprehensive meal program that goes beyond just filling stomachs \u2013 we\u2019re committed to providing nutritious, balanced meals that meet Federal guidelines and cater to diverse tastes.<\/p>\n \ud83c\udf4e\u00a0Breakfast of Champions Start the day right with our nutritionally balanced breakfast options:<\/p>\n To enjoy our breakfast at the standard price, students need only select a fruit and one additional component. For example, an Egg & Cheese Biscuit paired with crisp Apple Slices makes for a perfect breakfast!<\/p>\n \ud83e\udd57\u00a0Lunch to Power Through the Day. Our lunch menu is designed to provide energy and essential nutrients:<\/p>\n To receive lunch at the standard price, students must include either a fruit or vegetable in their selection. For instance, a classic Cheeseburger with Milk and Apple Slices constitutes a complete lunch.<\/p>\n \ud83d\udca1\u00a0Did you know? Your family may qualify for no-cost or reduced-price meals based on household income or family size. We encourage all families to explore this option:\u00a0SJCSD Free\/Reduced App page<\/a><\/p>\n Explore our diverse and nutritious menu options at Meal Viewer:\u00a0Visit MealViewer.com now<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n MEAL PRICES for 2023-2024<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n Elementary School Breakfast \u00a0 $1.75<\/p>\n Middle & High School Breakfast \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 $1.75<\/p>\n Reduced Price Breakfast \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 $0.30<\/p>\n Elementary School Lunch \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 $3.25<\/p>\n Middle & High School Lunch $3.50<\/p>\n Reduced Price Lunch \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 $0.40<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Prepayments into student lunch accounts can be made by using PayPams.\u00a0 The link to this service is located at https:\/\/www.stjohns.k12.fl.us\/food\/paypams\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n If you have questions, please contact the Student Nutrition Services Department at 904-547-8931.<\/p>\n Prepayment is HIGHLY encouraged as it assists in movement of students through the line faster.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n From the Food Service Dashboard, on the right side of each student\u2019s row you can manage your student\u2019s funds including setting up automatic payments or email notifications. At the top of the manage funds section you can see your last payment, as well as the current low balance action that you have set up. To edit your low balance action click “Details” and do the following:<\/p>\n If your child has food allergies, please provide the school nurse with a physician\u2019s note indicating the allergies and the appropriate substitutions that are recommended by the physician or medical authority.<\/p>\n Account Balances, either positive or negative, from the previous school year will roll into the new school year unless a refund has been requested. Balances will also follow your child to another school as long as the school is still in St. Johns County.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Parents can complete the online Free and Reduced lunch application by using this link <\/strong>https:\/\/www.stjohns.k12.fl.us\/food\/free\/<\/a><\/p>\n Your student\u2019(s) meal status (free or reduced) at the end of a school year will continue through the first 30 days of the next school year. Unless a new Family Meal Application has been processed and approved by the 30th day of school, your student\u2019(s) meal status will revert to PAID. You may complete a lunch application at any time during the school year.<\/strong><\/p>\n The food service manager\u2019s (Daisy Morales) hours are 6:00am to 2:00pm. Please feel free to contact if you have any questions, concerns or comments. \u00a0Daisy Morales<\/a> or 904.547.4100<\/p>\n SJCSD Department of Health Reports<\/a><\/p>\nNourishing Minds, Fueling Futures: Our School Meal Program<\/span><\/b><\/h4>\n
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*K-8 Students can purchase Papa John’s pizza on Monday’s. This is an A la carte item and the cost is $2.00 per slice.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/h5>\n
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