December Newsletter

Mood Boost LIVE!

@ Alice ISD Elementary Schools

Mood Boost Program Teaches Students

About the Connection Between Food and Mood

On November 7th Chartwells K12 hosted the program Mood Boost LIVE! Chartwells K12 Chef Joe demonstrated a new Mood Boost Recipe, “Raspberry Confetti Coleslaw” with the help of all Alice ISD elementary school mascots! This delicious side entree was an additional lunch option for elementary students that day. All students also received a Mood Boost goodie bag that included an “I’m Happy Sticker,” a happy Mood Boost trading card, and an activity sheet.

The Mood Boost program is designed to help students make the connection between what they eat and how they feel. The recipe helps make the connection to foods that assist in creating happiness. Thank you to all who contributed to the success of this event, thank you to all elementary school mascots, school principals, Alice ISD Media, and the Alice ISD IT department.

Download the Recipe (Raspberry Confetti Coleslaw)

Celebrating Thanksgiving Together

In November we celebrated Thanksgiving with a special luncheon at all Alice ISD school cafes! Participating elementary student grade levels were able to celebrate Thanksgiving and dine together during lunch. Thank you to our wonderful Alice Independent School District Food Service Team for making the delicious meals!

Discovery Kitchen Cookoff

Noonan Elementary Students Compete On National French Toast Day

On November 28th we Celebrated National French Toast Day with Noonan Elementary School Alice ISD ACE students! ACE students competed in the Chartwells K12 Discovery Kitchen Cookoff competition! Students learned how to make Homemade French Toast from Chef Joe! Students were able to learn how to measure, cook, decorate, and display to the judges their French toast masterpieces. Students were also able to tour their school cafeteria kitchen! All students received an award for various judging categories. Thank you to all who participated and the judges who volunteered.

Student Meals Advisory Council

On December 6th, Chartwells K12 held the first Student Meals Advisory Council where we held a meeting with the Alice High School Student Council. The meeting was a success in learning what students like and want for their school meals. Another meeting is scheduled for February 29th. We welcome all students from all campuses to join us for the next meeting. (Meeting date is tenative at this time and will be confirmed later on our website and Facebook/emails.

Monthly Cheers

November Cheers Award

Our November Cheers Winner goes to Teresa Buentello from Noonan Elementary School! Teresa is a team player who goes above and beyond in her role as a Food Service Worker. Teresa helps everyone in her team and always makes sure every food station item is replenished and available. We thank you, Teresa for all of the work you do! Keep up the great work!

Cheers Program:

The Chartwells K12 Cheers program recognizes Food Service Department associates who go above and beyond and support our mission to make sure that students leave the cafeteria happier and healthier!

Upcoming January Fun Days:

January 18 - Lucky Tray Day (Elementary Schools)
January 22, 24, & 26 - Great American Road Trip (Elementary Schools)
January 25 - 100 Days of School (Elementary Schools)

Fun Days and themed meals will be celebrated throughout the school year for all students to enjoy. Take a look at our January upcoming events! View all upcoming fun days by visiting our website under Alice ISD Food Services. Click here to view.

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Menus Subject to Change

We try our best to serve our menus as posted; however, sometimes last-minute changes occur. Please check with the cafe manager prior to the meal if you have any concerns.

Alice ISD Child Nutrition

2 Coyote Trail, Alice, Texas 78332

www.aliceisd.net/en-US/foodservice

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