Baltimore City Public Schools: Behind the scenes: How City Schools’ Food and Nutrition team prepares for the new school year

Back-to-school means different things to different people, but for the Food and Nutrition team, it marks the start of serving breakfast and lunch to nearly 77,000 students every day. Participation in school meals at City Schools is among the highest in large districts statewide. Those meals don’t just appear; they’re the result of months of planning, preparation, and dedication behind the scenes. So, what does it take to get a menu from planning to the plate? This work encompasses menu planning, purchasing, and training, as well as identifying kitchen and facility needs.

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