Welcome to Kell School Cafeteria
Lunch Menu
Breakfast Menu
Meet the Cooks
Kim Pierce
About Mrs. Kim
Mrs. Kim is the head cook.
Fun Facts
- I collect unique cookie jars.
- I have a variety of farm animals that will eat anything you need rid of. Inquire for a price estimate.
- I can make cinnamon rolls using only ingredients commonly found in my kitchen.
- I can also make toast using only ingredients commonly found in my kitchen.
- I can also make a boiled egg using only ingredients commonly found under a chicken.
Contact Information
Cafeteria Mission Statement
Our mission is to ensure every student has access to nutritious meals at school, promoting their optimal health and well-being, empowering school nutrition professionals, and advancing the accessibility, quality, and integrity of school nutrition programs to create well-nourished students prepared to succeed.
General Cafeteria Information
Illinois Free Lunch and Breakfast Programs
All public schools in Illinois must offer free lunch, and Kell School also offers free breakfast. Schools that participate in the NSLP or School Breakfast Program (SBP) are automatically enrolled in the Illinois Free Programs.
Benefits of School Meals
Research shows that school meals can positively impact students’ health, learning, and well-being.
School Food Service Rules
The ISBE Nutrition Programs Division can answer questions about school food service rules. You can contact them by phone at (217) 782-2491 or (800) 545-7892, or by email at cnp@isbe.net.
Useful Links
Useful Links for the Cafeteria
| Website | Description |
|---|---|
| Eat Right Kids | Nutrition tips for kids and parents from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. |
| USDA: Eat Smart | Resources from the USDA to teach kids how to eat smart. |
| Choose MyPlate | Interactive resources to help students and parents build healthy eating habits. |
| Fuel Up to Play 60 | Encourages students to eat healthier and be more active. |
| KidsHealth: Nutrition & Fitness | Articles and tips for parents on kids’ nutrition and fitness. |
| Top 10 Ways to Involve Students in School Nutrition | Involve students in school nutrition programs. |
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