Business Details
20 Years
experience
Nutritious School Meals in Lee's Summit, MO
Lee's Summit R-7 Child Nutrition Services is dedicated to providing students in grades PreK-12 with nutritious, affordable meal options that support their health, well-being, and academic success. Our team of food and nutrition professionals adheres to rigorous state and federal standards, including USDA Dietary Guidelines, to ensure every meal meets the highest nutritional requirements. We prioritize accessibility, offering free and reduced meal programs, prepayment options, and catering services tailored to diverse student needs.By fostering healthy eating habits and lifelong fitness practices, we aim to empower students to reach their full potential. Our commitment to transparency, compliance, and community engagement underscores our role as a trusted partner in student wellness. Through continuous improvement and collaboration with families, we strive to create a sustainable culture of health within our schools.
Services
Meal Programs
Free/Reduced Meals
Prepayment Options
Catering Services
Nutrition Education
Wellness Policy
Special Diet Accommodations
Online Applications
School Cafeteria Management
Menu Planning
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We provide USDA-compliant meals tailored to students' nutritional needs.
- Our team includes qualified child nutrition professionals with decades of experience.
- We offer free and reduced meal programs to ensure accessibility for all families.
- Our prepayment options streamline meal access while maintaining affordability.
- We integrate nutrition education to promote lifelong healthy habits.
Associations and certifications
- USDA Dietary Guidelines
What people say
Affordable pricing
Free/reduced access
Nutrition education
Streamlined prepayment
Dedicated staff
Services
Meal Programs
We provide daily breakfast and lunch programs for PreK-12 students, adhering to USDA nutritional standards. Our meals balance affordability with dietary requirements, offering paid and subsidized options. This service ensures students receive consistent, healthy meals to support academic performance and growth.
Free/Reduced Meals
Our free and reduced meal program supports qualifying families through federal subsidies. Applications are streamlined online, ensuring equitable access to nutritious meals. This service eliminates financial barriers while maintaining the same high-quality standards as paid meal options.
Prepayment Options
Prepaid meal accounts allow families to fund student meals in advance through online platforms. This system reduces lunch line delays, prevents lost payments, and offers flexible funding options like the MySchoolBucks OnePay annual plan to save on processing fees.
Nutrition Education
We integrate nutrition education into school curricula and family outreach initiatives. Resources teach students and parents about balanced diets, portion control, and healthy lifestyle choices, reinforcing lifelong habits that complement our meal programs.
Catering Services
Our catering team provides customized meal solutions for school events, conferences, and community functions. Menus align with USDA guidelines, offering diverse options for adults and students while maintaining nutritional integrity and affordability.
People
Lori Danella
Director of Nutrition Services
Lori Danella leads our nutrition team with over 15 years of experience in school food service management. She ensures compliance with federal standards while prioritizing student wellness and operational efficiency.
Missy Hanner
Assistant Director of Operations
Missy Hanner oversees daily operations and staff training, bringing 12 years of expertise in cafeteria logistics and child nutrition programs. She manages hiring and procedural improvements to enhance service quality.
Carrie Williams
Nutrition Services Specialist
Carrie Williams coordinates free/reduced meal applications and family outreach. With a decade in nutrition assistance programs, she helps families navigate eligibility requirements and access meal benefits.
Questions
How do I apply for free or reduced meals?
Apply online at myschoolapps.com or obtain a paper form from your school. Approval ensures meals at subsidized rates.
What are the meal prices for 2025-2026?
Prices range from $0.30 for reduced breakfasts to $4.50 for adult lunches. Detailed rates are listed on our website.
Can I prepay for my child's meals?
Yes, use MySchoolBucks for online prepayment or send cash/check directly to the school cafeteria.
Are special dietary needs accommodated?
We provide meals for allergies and medical conditions with proper documentation from a healthcare provider.
How are menus determined?
Menus follow USDA guidelines and consider student preferences, nutrition goals, and product availability.
Are there job opportunities available?
We hire part-time cafeteria staff. Contact Missy Hanner at 816-986-2207 for details.
