Nutrition Services

All outside food is prohibited for children. Due to health regulations, we only serve food provided and prepared by the school in the classroom. If your child has a food allergy or other type of dietary restriction, you will need to provide documentation from a medical practitioner who is licensed in the state of Oklahoma to write medical prescriptions so that we can accommodate their needs.

Food supplied by the program may not leave the building. Per food program requirements, if your child is eating when you arrive, you must allow them to finish the food in the classroom.

All classrooms practice family-style dining. We encourage children to serve and feed themselves and assist with cleaning up after meals. Meal and snack times are a pleasant social experience, which may include opportunities for learning about and respecting cultural preferences. Teachers/adults will interact with your child during meals to provide a model of good nutrition and social habits.

Classroom Mealtimes*:

Breakfast – 8:30 a.m.
Lunch – 11:30 a.m.
Snack – 1:30 p.m.

*Some classroom mealtimes may vary. Please speak with your child’s classroom teacher to confirm mealtimes.

Arriving on time each day lets your child take part in social activities, helps to ensure their nutritional needs are met, and allows the classroom to run smoothly without disruptions to schedules and routines.

Need to Stretch Your Food Budget?

If you need immediate food assistance, please dial 2-1-1. Families can also contact their FSS for help with connecting to community resources.

Many CAP Tulsa families also qualify for SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program). Apply for SNAP in 30 minutes or less. To learn more, go to: hungerfreeok.org/groceries

CAP Tulsa has also partnered with the Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma to provide FREE walk-through Farmers Markets at CAP Tulsa schools each month. Families are invited to attend any scheduled market as needed. For a current schedule, go to: captulsa.org/farmersmarkets

Visit captulsa.org/resources and follow CAP Tulsa on social media for information and links to community resources for your family.