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Nixa Public Schools Food Service Information

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Visit nixapublicschools.net/menus to view meal prices and information about allergen needs.

Chartwells - About us

Hello from Chartwells K12

  • As the new school year gets underway, we want to help you get to know us better and offer some insights into the meals and programs we’ll be serving up this year. Every day, our goal is to make sure that students leave the cafeteria happier and healthier than when they came in – here are just a few of the ways we make it happen!
     
  • We’re passionate about creating delicious, kid-approved food that nourishes bodies and minds and supports development at this critical time in students’ lives. We’ve transformed your cafeterias into inviting spaces where students want to be, bringing a sense of happiness to each meal as they connect with friends and refuel for the day ahead.
     
  • Whether a student is looking for on-trend dishes with exciting flavor profiles, the perfect pregame snack or a mood-boosting breakfast to tackle the day, they’ll find it in our cafeteria, expertly crafted by a team of culinarians committed to serving up happy and healthy to every student, every day.
     

Our People Make It Happen

  • Chartwells associates bring unique hospitality to school cafeterias.
    For meal service questions, contact your Director of Dining Services.

Food Service Contact Information

Questions about Meal Benefit Program, contact the Meal Program Coordinators at:

Phone: 417-724-6183

Email: mealprogram@nixaschools.net

Free and Reduced Meal Application

Schoolcafe.com Instructions:

  1. Sign in to your SchoolCafe account or create a new account if not used in the past
  2. If student(s) have not already been added to your profile, do this now
  3. Once all students have been added, go to the menu bar on the left side under Benefits
  4. Click on Apply for School Meals
  5. Read the statement for the household letter then press Next
  6. Confirm applicant information and correct it if needed
  7. Once information is correct, checkmark the box
  8. Click next
  9. Please select all students in the household. It is very important to list ALL students on one application!
  10. If you get food assistance with the state, be sure to add your SNAP number to the application
  11. Finish entering all application information
  12. Submit!
    • NOTE : Missing information will hold up the application process. This incliudes all other household members listed on the student (s) profile along with their income
    • It is more than a meal application
      Completing the Free and Reduced Lunch Application helps in many areas beyond just free or reduced price meals. Just one form ensures continued funding to support all students
      • Test Fees:
        Discount on fees for academic assessments.
         
      • Sports Fees:
        Reduced fees for sports and activities.
         
      • Computer Network:
        Discount fees for home internet. 

Food Service Prices 2025 - 2026

BREAKFAST

Student PreK-8: $1.60

Student 9-12: $1.65

Reduced Student: $0.30

Second Breakfast (PreK-12): $2.20

Adult: $2.30


LUNCH

Student (PreK-6): $2.85

Student (7-12): $3.10

Second Lunch (PreK - 6): $3.30

Second Lunch (7-12): $3.55

Reduced Student: $0.40

Adult: $4.05

Guest Child (PreK-6): $2.95

Guest Child (7-12): $3.25

Extra or Snack Milk: $0.75


 

Menus and Nutrition Facts with Nutrislice

Nutrislice gives access to:

  • School menus
  • Nutrition information
  • Allergen details
  • Food photos

Available on desktop or mobile via the App Store (iOS) or Google Play (Android).
 

Fun and Engaging Programs

Discovery Kitchen:

  • Hands-on cooking demonstrations and tasting events that introduce students to new foods and flavors. Each month features a new theme with immersive cafeteria, classroom, and home experiences.

Mood Boost:

  • A program to help elementary and middle school students learn how food affects mood. Includes interactive experiences, new foods, and fun characters.

Student Choice:

  • Students vote on which culinary concepts are added to the menu. Winning dishes are served as limited-time offerings.

Global Eats:

  • Introduces students to world cuisines and cultural dishes. Promotes food exploration and learning in the cafeteria.

 

Services Provided

Food Allergies and Special Dietary Needs

Chartwells provides a safe environment by:

  • Following USDA regulations for special diets
  • Offering FARE-certified allergen management training
  • Using the Webtrition database to manage menus
  • Displaying allergens and nutrition info via Nutrislice

Sustainability Initiatives 

  • Responsible Sourcing: Environmentally conscious practices
  • Farm to School: Fresh, local produce
  • Clean Labels: Wholesome ingredients
  • Waste Reduction: Strategies to minimize food waste

Sports Nutrition Program

Registered Dietitian-led programs for coaches and teams
Our Programs Includes: 

  • Presentations
  • Specialized Menus: Designed to power performance
  • Communications: Tips and facts for students, parents, and coaches

Student Athletes benefit from targeted nutrition programs that:

  • Provide knowledge
  • Modify behavior
  • Improve performance
     

SchoolCafe Information

What is SchoolCafe and why do I need it?

  • Apply for Free/Reduced Meals and view your eligibility letters
  • Check balances for your student’s meal account
  • Check on what your student is purchasing in the cafeteria with line item transactions
  • Set purchase restrictions and Low Balance Alerts for your student’s meal account

Other Uses

  • Menus:
    • See different schools lunch and breakfast menus
       
  • Contact Info:
    • Contact someone about the Meal Benefit Program
       
  • Resources:
    • View different food service resources