Child Nutrition

Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer - Utah SUN Bucks

In a joint effort, the Utah Department of Workforce Services (DWS) and Utah State Board of Education Child Nutrition Programs (USBE CNP) are implementing the Utah SUN Bucks program in summer 2025. Eligible students will be enrolled in Utah SUN Bucks, also referred to as Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer (S-EBT).

Under this program, students determined eligible for free or reduced-price meals, under the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) as of July 1, 2024, through August 31, 2025, and enrolled in a NSLP school during school year 2024-2025 (July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025) are eligible to be automatically enrolled in Utah Sun Bucks to receive funds to support food and grocery purchases.

	School Year 2024-2025	School Year 2025-2026 (Newly Eligible)
Period of free or reduced price eligibility	July 1, 2024- June 30, 2025	July 1, 2025- August 31, 2025
Enrolled in a NSLP school	July 1, 2024- June 30, 2025

 

ELIGIBILITY

Students in regular NSLP/SBP Schools: Utah SUN Bucks are available for ALL students that were enrolled in an NSLP school at some point in SY25 and were approved for free/reduced price meal benefits between July 1, 2024, to August 31, 2025.

The last day for households to apply for free or reduced-price meal benefits to qualify for OR to receive summer 2025 Utah SUN Bucks, is August 31, 2025.

Students in Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) Schools: (List on page 2) Households with students enrolled in a CEP school, which have not been certified for free or reduced- price meals between July 1, 2024, through August 31, 2025, do not automatically qualify and must apply for Utah SUN Bucks through DWS.

A Utah SUN Bucks online application will be available online after April 28, 2025 at this website www.jobs.Utah.gov/mycase. Households can also obtain a Utah SUN Bucks paper application at any Utah Workforce Services Employment Center. Tooele location address: 305 N Main St Suite 100, Tooele, UT 84074 Phone: (866) 435-7414.

ATTENTION

Households who opted out of Utah SUN Bucks: Households who filled out a free or reduced-price application and indicated they did not want their information shared with DWS (checked the box to opt out) will need to apply for Utah SUN Bucks online at www.jobs.Utah.gov/mycase or complete a Utah SUN Bucks paper application by going to any Utah Workforce Services Employment Center. Tooele location address: 305 N Main St Suite 100, Tooele, UT 84074 Phone: (866) 435-7414.

Benefit Issuances: The Department of Workforce Services is scheduled to begin issuing benefits to households in May and throughout the summer as eligible students are processed for benefits. Students who are directly certified and already participating in SNAP, TANF and certain Medicaid programs will be issued benefits first.

Benefit Expiration: Utah SUN Bucks must be used by the household within 122 days of issuance, not the date of receiving the benefit card. Once benefits are expired, they cannot be reissued.

For additional information visit the Department of Workforce Services:

https://jobs.utah.gov/customereducation/services/sebt/index.html

CEP Schools

Anna Smith Elementary
Ibapah Elementary
Wendover High School
Copper Canyon Elementary
Middle Canyon Elementary
Northlake Elementary
Overlake Elementary
Settlement Canyon Elementary
Sterling Elementary
West Elementary

Proud Home of Award Winners!
We appreciate the recognition the Child Nutrition team receives.      

 

National "Turnip the Beet" 2021 Award

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) is pleased to announce the winners of the Turnip the Beet award for summer 2021. This award recognizes sponsors within the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) and the National School Lunch Program Seamless Summer Option (SSO) that go above and beyond program requirements to serve high-quality meals to children during the summer months. Information on Turnip the Beet is posted online at https://www.fns.usda.gov/sfsp/turnip-the-beet. Utah SFAs awarded the Silver Award to Ogden School District,

Tooele School District. Congratulations!     

Best of 2021 Tooele Child Nutrition Team    

  Stansbury High School Shining Stallion
School Child Nutrition Manager
Rosario Tovar

Administrator of the Year
Child Nutrition Director
Casey Kress

Classified Employee of the Year
Vernon Kitchen Manager
Julie Olson

  

 

USDA Nutritional Criteria

All Tooele County School District schools offer meals that meet strict USDA nutritional criteria. Portion size depends on the age group. Each meal meets calorie requirements for the week, saturated fat is less than 10% of total calories, with limited sodium, and zero grams of trans fat. To learn the exact nutritional values for each meal-offering, please visit School Meal Menus. Each school offers to serve the following:

Breakfast:

• Whole grain product
• 1 cup of fruit
• Non-fat milk
• A protein is not required but is often offered by TCSD food service.~ Students are welcome to take more than the offered serving of the fruit and veggie.

Lunch:

• Whole-grain product
• Protein product1/2 - 1 cup of fruit
• 3/4 - 1 cup veggie of every color
• Non-fat milk~ Students are welcome to take more than the offered serving of the fruit and veggie.

Students are offered nutritionally balanced meals.

However, we cannot guarantee the students will eat the items offered.

 

School Meal Program Funding

School Food Authorities are public or private non-profit organizations that meet the criteria to operate school meal programs and have an agreement to work with the USBE Child Nutrition Programs.  All snacks/meals served in schools that meet specific program criteria are reimbursed through available federal funds.  There are three types of revenue used to operate school meal programs.

1. Federal Funding:  The annual reimbursement rates are set in federal code annually.  Rates are posted on the USDA website for each school year https://www.fns.usda.gov/school-meals/rates-reimbursement.  Some schools in Utah qualify for higher rates of reimbursement.  Meals served to determined "free or reduced eligible" students (live in households whose gross incomes are reported below 185% of the current year poverty level or Income Eligibility Guidelines) are reimbursed at a higher rate.  A lower per-meal rate (paid rate) is provided in reimbursement for meals served to children in households with gross incomes above the 185% poverty level.  Schools may also receive additional program assistance from USDA Foods, currently set at $0.3500 for this school year.
2. State Funding: Currently, the state provides public schools with an additional per meal reimbursement for school lunches from a percentage of the revenue generated through state liquor tax. The food service program has first standing in receiving revenue from this liquor tax.
3. Local Funding: A meal price structure is established for all students participating in school meal programs.  Schools may charge up to $0.30 cents for a reduced-price breakfast and up to $0.40 for a reduced-price lunch (meaning students live in households that meet the income levels outlined previously).  The state Child Nutrition Program office reviews and works with schools to set prices for students, adults, and visitors.  The food service program also sets prices for second meals or a la carte items.  The local education authority may also contribute additional funds to the non-profit school food service account.  Local revenue is deposited to the non-profit school food service account for allowable program expenses.

MyPlate

The MyPlate.gov website has food and nutrition information based on the five food groups – fruits, vegetables, grains, protein foods, and dairy. You can also find information and resources specific to different ages – such as kids aged 5-11 years old. Need a few tips to get started? MyPlate has easy-to-use and practical tip sheets just for these young children.

Smart Snacks in Schools

Starting in School Year 2014-15, all foods sold at school during the school day are required to meet nutrition standards. The Smart Snacks in School regulation applies to foods sold a la carte, in the school store,
vending machines, and any other venues where food is sold to students.

Students can consume almost half of their daily calories when they are at school. Although school vending machines can be a convenient source of food and beverages throughout the day, the items sold should be healthy options.

Smart Snacks in School refers to the national nutrition standards for foods and beverages sold outside of the federal reimbursable school meal programs during the school day. These items are called “competitive foods” because they can compete with participation in school meal programs. As of 2014—2015, these competitive foods sold in school vending machines must meet or exceed the federal nutrition standards, which include limits on fat, sugar, sodium, and calorie content.

Competitive Foods Fact Sheet

Smart Snacks Overview  Guide

The following resources provide information about Smart Snack requirements, helpful tools, and ways to encourage children to make healthier snack choices. Use the Smart Snacks Product Calculator to ensure snacks and meals served at your school or out-of-school time program meet Smart Snacks in School Fundraising Standards.

This booklet gives easy-to-understand tips on how to meet smart snacks standards and why they are important. It is designed for anyone who sells foods and/or beverages to students outside of the school meals programs during the school day. This includes school principals that might oversee vending contracts, snack bar managers, fundraising chairs, and local school wellness policy coordinators.

Smart Snacks Guide PDF

Smart Snacks Guide

Smart Snacks Fundraisers PDF

Smart Snack Fundraisers

Amazon Smart Snacks

The Child Nutrition Program staff want to thank you for helping to nourish our students.

Cash or check donations can be made directly with the school kitchen manager
or by visiting the Child Nutrition office at 76 South 1000 West, Tooele, UT, 84074

Donations can be made via credit or debit card using the Success Fund link.
https://www.successfund.com/donate

The Healthy Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010 directed the USDA to establish nutrition standards for all foods and beverages sold to students in school during the school day, including foods sold through school fundraisers. The standards provide a special exemption for infrequent fundraisers not meeting the nutrition standards. Local education agencies may hold specifically exempted fundraisers up to three times per year per site, each lasting up to five consecutive school days. Exempt fundraisers may not be held during meal service in the food service area.

1. Smart Snack Compliant Items Fundraising events that are smart snack compliant can be done without prior approval. Use the free Smart Snacks Product Calculator located at foodplanner.healthiergeneration.org. Enter nutrition label information, and the approval or denial will be generated.

2. Non-Smart Snack Compliant Items Fundraising events that are not smart snack compliant need to get prior approval. Fill out and submit a TCSD Fundraiser Exemption Form to the CNP Office, then obtain approval of the exemption form prior to the event start date.

3. Steps to Fundraise with Smart Snack compliant foods.

      1. Gather pictures of the item(s), nutrition label, and smart snack calculator approval calculation (if applicable; Fruits and Vegetables do not need to have item picture, nutrition label, or smart snack calculator)
      2. File the three documents above in school records for three years plus the current year.
      3. These fundraisers may happen for as long or however often as the school would like.
      4. Have a great Fundraiser.

4. Steps to Fundraise with NON-Smart Snack compliant foods.
      1. Fill out and submit the Fundraising Exemption form to the Child Nutrition Office. (form can be found in business resources in iVisions)
      2. Three fundraisers per site, each school year may be approved.
      3. Upon approval of the exempt fundraiser, Have a great fundraiser!
      4. If the fundraiser is denied, the fundraiser must not proceed.

 

Fundraiser Exemption Form

If you have any questions, please contact the CNP Office at (435) 833-1920
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Tooele County School District and the Child Nutrition Program takes concerns about students with nut allergies seriously and understands the importance for ensuring the safety and comfort of everyone. We want to assure the community that the Child Nutrition Department takes your students’ safety seriously and is proactive in preventing nut exposure in school kitchens. We hope to positively address concerns by providing these frequently asked questions.

Frequently Asked Questions About Nut Allergies in Our School

What are the risks associated with peanut allergies in a school setting?
Peanut allergies can cause reactions ranging from mild symptoms, such as hives or stomach upset, to severe, life threatening reactions known as anaphylaxis. Given the seriousness of these reactions, minimizing exposure to peanuts is critical to ensure the safety of all students.
Are Tooele County Schools nut-free?
No, we do not have a policy of “nut-free” schools. However, we do have nut-free classrooms. If a student is identified as having a nut allergy the classroom students, staff, and visitors are asked to refrain from bringing any peanut or tree nut products to the classroom. This helps reduce the risk of accidental exposure. Our cafeterias have nut-free tables available when the need arises for one to be established.
Can parents send homemade treats to class for special occasions?
Store-bought treats with clear nut-free labeling are a safe option. We recommend contacting your student’s school for more information and guidance on best practices for bringing treats into your student’s classroom.
What policies do school kitchens have in place to manage peanut allergies?
The Child Nutrition Department has implemented several measures to manage peanut allergies, including nut-free zones in our cafeterias, allergy-awareness education, and strict protocols for preventing any risk of exposure or cross contamination of peanut allergens.
How can we be assured that the school kitchens are aware of peanut allergies and take measures to prevent exposure?
Our school kitchen staff is trained in managing food allergies, with sessions on allergen awareness and safe food handling. They strictly manage ingredients, and measures to avoid cross-contamination. The kitchen is regularly inspected to ensure compliance with safety standards.
What measures are taken to prevent cross-contamination in the kitchen?
When our Uncrustable products are brought into the kitchen they are stored in specific areas and any surface they touch is identified as hazardous. Surfaces and equipment are then thoroughly cleaned and sanitized to remove any potential allergen cross contamination. The CNP Staff is trained on these procedures annually and as new employees are brought on board.
Do school kitchens offer nut-free menu options?
Yes, the school provides a variety of nut-free meal options. These meals are carefully prepared using safe ingredients, and nut-free alternatives to ensure nutritious choices.
What should I do if I have concerns about how a school is handling peanut allergies?
We encourage open communication and welcome any concerns or feedback. Please contact the school nurse or the Child Nutrition office to discuss any questions or concerns. cnp@tooeleschools.org (435) 833-1920
How can I help support the school kitchen efforts to protect students with peanut allergies?
You can support our efforts by following the nut-free guidelines in classrooms, educating your child about food allergies, and encouraging awareness and inclusion of all students.
What products does the Child Nutrition Department serve that contain any nut allergens?
We currently are only serving Peanut Butter and Jelly Uncrustables. These products arrive to us individually wrapped which helps lower the risk of cross contamination in our kitchen. We do not have any open jars or cans of peanut butter in our kitchens. 

If your student requires a special diet from our lunchroom staff, please have a medical provider fill out the Medical Authority Checklist form and return it to the school lunchroom manager or school nurse.

If you have any questions, please speak with the dietitian at 435.833.1920, press 2.

Special Diets Form

Special Diets Form Spanish

Special Diets Form pdf

School		Dept Number	Extension	Email Address	Name
ASES	Anna Smith Elem	(435)-665-7563	6310	abarboza@tooeleschools.org	Andrea Barboza
CCES	Copper Canyon Elem	(435)-843-3823	2605	rcarr@tooeleschools.org	Rachel Carr
DUG	Dugway Schools	(435)-831-4090	4210	sigreen@tooeleschools.org	Sierria Green
GES	Grantsville Elem	(435)-833-8724	6407	achamberlain@tooeleschools.org	Anjuli Chamberlain
IES	Ibapah Elem	(435)-234-1113	3007	tbateman@tooeleschools.org	Tracie Bateman
MCES	Middle Canyon Elem	(435)-833-1993	2304	mhowell@tooeleschools.org	Marilee Howell
NLES	Northlake Elem	(435)-833-8726	1607	kostermiller@tooeleschools.org	Karyn Ostermiller
OMES	Old Mill Elem	(435)-833-8738	1507	lharding@tooeleschools.org	Lisa Harding
OLES	Overlake Elem	(435)-833-8727	2404	skinsman@tooeleschools.org	Stacy Kinsman
RSES	Rose Springs Elem	(435)-833-9185	2910	rtracy@tooeleschools.org	Shelly Tracy
SCES	Settlement Canyon Elem	(435)-833-8728	3430	hbarnett@tooeleschools.org	Heidi Barnett
SPES	Stansbury Park Elem	(435)-833-1970	1205	jmonosso@tooeleschools.org	Jody Monosso
STES	Sterling Elem	(435)-833-8730	3606	dhainsworth@tooeleschools.org	Donna Hainsworth
TWES	Twenty Wells Elem	(435) 884-1280	3821	cmounteer@tooeleschools.org	Cara Mounteer
VES	Vernon Elem	(435)-839-3433	6206	juolsen@tooeleschools.org	Julie Olson
WES	West Elem	(435)-833-1930	1404	mpitt@tooeleschools.org	Melonie Pitt
WIES	Willow Elem	(435)-833-8732	3504	vanderson@tooeleschools.org	Valerie Anderson
CNJJR	Clarke Johnson Jr High	(435)-833-8733	3210	mjohnson@tooeleschools.org	Misty Johnson
GJR	Grantsville Jr High	(435)-833-8741	3310	arichards@tooeleschools.org	Althea Richards
TJR	Tooele Jr High	(435)-833-1927	2515	dloertscher@tooeleschools.org	Delaina Loertscher
BPHS	Blue Peak High	(435)-833-8700	2208	dbelnap@tooeleschools.org	Dawna Belnap
GHS	Grantsville High	(435)-833-8737	3107	kfausett@tooeleschools.org	Kayla Fausett
SHS	Stansbury High	(435)-884-7740	4426	rtovar@tooeleschools.org	Rosario Tovar
THS	Tooele High	(435)-833-8740	2120	cgaillard@tooeleschools.org	Cami Gaillard
WHS	Wendover High	435-665-2343	6111	dgomez@tooeleschools.org	Daisy Gomez
EE	Elevated Eats	(435) 833-1900	1911	admartinez@tooeleschools.org	Adrianna Martinez
CNP	Child Nutrition Office	(435) 833-1920	2867	cnp@tooeleschools.org	Main Line
	CN Office Secretary	Press 0	2867	dcapito@tooeleschools.org	Dawn Alys Capito
	CN Coordinator	Press 1	2861	aloertscher@tooeleschools.org	Anna Loertscher
	CN Coordinator	Press 1	2840	bmemmott@tooeleschools.org	Barbara Memmott
	CN Dietician	Press 2	2862	smartinez@tooeleschools.org	Sarah Martinez
	CN Warehouse	Press 3	2864	ryoungberg@tooeleschools.org	Ryan Youngberg
	CN Director	Press 4	2860	ckress@tooeleschools.org	Casey Kress

76 South 1000 West
Tooele, UT 84074
435-833-1920 
Monday - Friday
7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Summer Hours:
June 1 - Aug 1
Monday - Thursday
7:00am- 5:00pm

Nondiscrimination Statement

In accordance with federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity.

Program information may be made available in languages other than English. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication to obtain program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language), should contact the responsible state or local agency that administers the program or USDA’s TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339.

To file a program discrimination complaint, a Complainant should complete a Form AD-3027, USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form which can be obtained online at: https://www.usda.gov/sites/default/files/documents/USDA-OASCR%20P-Complaint-Form-0508-0002-508-11-28-17Fax2Mail.pdf, from any USDA office, by calling (866) 632-9992, or by writing a letter addressed to USDA. The letter must contain the complainant’s name, address, telephone number, and a written description of the alleged discriminatory action in sufficient detail to inform the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights (ASCR) about the nature and date of an alleged civil rights violation. The completed AD-3027 form or letter must be submitted to USDA by:

1. Mail:
   U.S. Department of Agriculture
   Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights
   1400 Independence Avenue, SW
   Washington, D.C. 20250-9410;
2. Fax:
   (833) 256-1665 or (202) 690-7442; or
3. Email:
   program.intake@usda.gov

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.