Nutrition & Wellness
Fueling Minds, One Meal at a Time! At KIPP SoCal, we know healthy kids learn best. That’s why every student gets free, nutritious meals to power their day and build habits that last a lifetime — in the classroom and beyond!
Student Meals
We’re excited to share that KIPP SoCal Public Schools will continue participating in the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) for the 2024–2025 school year—part of the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs. As part of our ongoing commitment to student health, our Wellness Policy (English/Spanish) outlines how we support nutritious meals, physical activity, and overall well-being across our schools.
What does this mean for your family?
All students enrolled at KIPP SoCal will receive a healthy breakfast and lunch every school day at no cost to your household. No application or additional paperwork is required—just one more way we’re making sure every child is ready to learn and thrive.
Students are served meals that are low in fat, sugar, and sodium, and fully compliant with USDA and California Department of Education (CDE) guidelines. These nutritious meals help ensure students have the fuel they need to focus, grow, and make the most of each school day.
Menus
All meals served at KIPP SoCal meet the nutrition standards set by the California Department of Agriculture. We offer a variety of healthy options each day to ensure students have access to well-balanced, nutritious meals. At breakfast, students are welcome to enjoy all available items—and if you're running late, no worries! Breakfast will be waiting in the cafeteria.
At lunch, students must select items from at least three different food groups, though we encourage them to try everything offered. At lunch, students must select items from at least three different food groups, though we encourage them to try everything offered. From delicious hamburgers and enchiladas to orange chicken, mac and cheese, salads, pastas, pizza, and more—there’s something for everyone to enjoy!
And If your child has special dietary needs, please contact your school’s administrative staff so we can work with our child nutrition team to make the proper accommodations.