What is an OVS in school lunch?
The National School Lunch Act includes an Offer versus Serve (OVS) provision that allows student to decline one of the three components above. A student's decision to decline food items or accept smaller portions does not affect the meal price. All students are encouraged to take the entire meal.
Does WCSD receive subsidies?
WCSD participates in the National School Lunch Program and is therefore governed by and receives subsidies from the United States Department of Agriculture and the New York State Education Department.
