Our Lunch Program

Students can be enrolled in the school's lunch program on either a full-time or drop-in basis. The CBE receives no government funding for lunch supervision services, and the CBE does not feel that it is appropriate to take any money away from classroom instructional budgets in order to support lunchroom programs. Therefore, all parents are required to pay for lunchroom service if they wish to access this program. There will be no waivers available as this program is intended to be a "user-pay" program. Parents should also know that lunchroom program supervision is considered to be a tax-deductible child care expense, and they are encouraged to retain a copy of their payment receipts for that purpose.

Fees

The fee for lunchroom services for each family is $20.00 per month per child.

Conditions

Please note that there is hot water available for soups and drinks, but no oven or microwave oven is available for heating up foods. After the children finish their lunches, they will be playing outside except on extremely cold or wet days. Therefore, we request your child be dressed appropriately for changing outdoor weather.

Absences

Every year, it seems, there are occasions when a child is absent from the lunchroom (either staying home, at an appointment or going to a friend's for lunch) without having submitted the proper notification to the lunchroom supervisor. A written notification to lunchroom is required so that the supervisors know that the parent is aware that their child will not be in the lunchroom on a specific date. The main concerns the child's safety over the lunch hour.

If you are unable to submit a written authorization we request that you contact the school office and advise the secretary that your child will not be in the lunchroom. The secretary will forward the message to the lunchroom staff.

Drop-In Program

A drop-in program will also be offered at $4.00 per lunch. Registration for drop-in is required. Tickets may be purchased individually or as a sheet of 5. Note that no tax receipt will be issued for single tickets. A ticket with your child's name, grade and data of attendance may be left in an envalope addressed Attention Lunchoroom at the school office. We request one days notice when possible to ensure adequate staff for supervision.