Nutrition Services
Our Nutrition Services team is dedicated to fueling student success with healthy, balanced meals every day. We follow USDA guidelines to offer nutritious breakfast and lunch options that support growing minds and bodies. Whether it’s through fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, or allergy-friendly choices, our goal is to ensure every student has access to meals that help them thrive. Learn more about menus, meal prices, and how to apply for Free or Reduced-price meals on this page.
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Free Meals: Students from households with income at or below 130% of the federal poverty level qualify for free meals.
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Reduced-Price Meals: Students from households with income between 130% and 185% of the federal poverty level qualify for reduced-price meals (families may pay a small set fee per meal.
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Eligibility Criteria and additional information can be found on the Free and Reduced Price Information page of the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education's (DESE) website.
How to Apply: Families must complete an online application or complete a paper application and send it to Nutrition Services. You must complete a new form each school year.
Contact Us
Nutrition Services
14001 East 32nd Street South
Independence, MO 64055 - 2506
Office hours: 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday
(816) 521 - 5371
Paying for School Meals
Meal Prices 2025-2026
Elementary Students
Breakfast Reduced-price breakfast |
$1.90 |
Lunch Reduced-price lunch |
$2.95 $0.40 |
Extra Milk | $TBD |
2nd Meal $4.45
Middle and High School Students
Breakfast Reduced-price breakfast |
$1.90 $0.30 |
Lunch Reduced-price lunch |
$3.10 $0.40 |
Extra Milk | $TBD |
2nd Meal $4.45
Adults and Employees
Breakfast | $TBD |
Lunch | $TBD |
Nutrition Services Director
Welcome back to another school year. We have continued to make positive changes in our school meals and want to encourage you and your students to participate in the school breakfast and lunch programs this year.
The high schools students have an entrée salad bar that meets the reimbursable meal requirements of the Free and Reduced meal program. The meals that meet the Federal Reimbursements standards for Free & Reduced are referred to as “Value Meals." Salad bars have also been added in all 20 of our elementary schools. Low sodium, light cheese, reduced fat and whole grains are prevalent throughout the menu.
The changes that we are making are part of a district-wide initiative to provide students with quality meals, nutrition knowledge, skills and values to help them achieve academic success and a life time of health and wellness.
We hope that you will join us in helping your student make healthy food choices in school and at home. Together we can have a positive impact in the elimination of childhood obesity and the deadly diseases that are associated with poor eating habits.
Thank you for your continued support and please don’t hesitate to call or email if I can be of assistance to you.
Sincerely,
Brad Kramer
Nutrition Services Director
Want to email someone about a specific topic?
Brad Kramer, Nutrition Services Director
brad_kramer@isdschools.org
Kristin Dennison, Site Supervisor
kristin_dennison@isdschools.org
Janis Brouillette, Free & Reduced Specialist
janis_brouillette@isdschools.org
Loretta Johnston, Bookkeeper
loretta_johnston@isdschools.org
Jennifer Mazzarella, Purchasing
jenny_mazzarella@isdschools.org
Mark Herrick, Warehouse Manager
mark_herrick@isdschools.org
Jill Reel, Secretary
jill_reel@isdschools.org
Jennifer Doctor, Dietetic Specialist
jenny_doctor@isdschools.org
Medical Statement for Special Dietary Needs
If your child has a food allergy, intolerance, or other medical condition that requires a special diet, the Nutrition Services can accommodate those needs with proper documentation.
To request meal modifications, a Medical Statement for Student Requiring Special Meals form must be completed and signed by a licensed physician or recognized medical authority. This form ensures our Nutrition Services team can provide safe and appropriate meals for your child.
You can download the form below or request a copy from your school’s front office or the Nutrition Services Department. Once completed, please return it to your school nurse or the Nutrition Services.