Meals at the Children's Center are prepared and provided by University Dining Services. Trained chefs ensure that meals are nutritious as well as "child friendly" and meet the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Child and Adult Care Food Program guidelines. Child care programs are reimbursed a meal rate to help with the cost of serving nutritious meals to enrolled children.

Family style dining is used during meals at the Children's Center. Family style dining means teacher-caregivers and children sit down together to share and enjoy a meal. Adults play an important role in making mealtime a time of relaxation and enjoyment. They help create the atmosphere that makes mealtime a pleasant experience. By eating together, children learn to socialize and share with others. They develop good eating habits and may be exposed to foods not served in their homes. As they take responsibility for serving themselves and making choices, they develop a sense of self-confidence.

As part of the USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program, the Center provides iron fortified infant formula. For older children a nutritious breakfast, lunch and afternoon snack is offered. Meals are served at approximately the following times:

Breakfast: 8:45 a.m.
Lunch: 11:45 p.m.
Snack: 3:15 p.m.

Please click here to access the current menu for the Children's Center.

In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, DC20250-9410 or call (800) 795-3272 or (202) 720-6382 (TTY).

"USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer."

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