Our meals are specially prepared according to USDA guidelines by Johnson & Wales trained cook to ensure nutritionally sound, delicious meals and snacks for your shining star.

 It is our goal to provide healthy and nutritious snacks and lunch daily.

The Morning & Afternoon Snack Time

Morning & Afternoon snacks are offered daily. We offer a variety of hot snacks items or cereals, fruit or juice, and milk and water to make complete nutritious snacks.

A Complete Lunch

A complete lunch consists of an entrée, two sides, and milk. The menus follow the nutrient-based guidelines established by the USDA and the Dietary Guidelines for Americans.

North Carolina Nutrition Standards 

The North Carolina Nutrition Standards set criteria regarding meals and beverages. Criteria are established for fat, saturated fat, sodium, trans-fats, cholesterol, sugar and food preparation methods.

 The North Carolina Standards encourage increased fiber, fruits, and vegetable offerings. Shining Stars Academy supports and implements these changes as per the Dietary Guidelines for Americans and The USDA.

 All food items offered are in compliance with United States Department of Agriculture regulations.

Special Nutritional Needs

All requests for special nutritional needs must be submitted with a physician or registered dietitian’s note with signature. A doctor’s note must be submitted at registration or whenever there is a diet change.

Upon receipt of the doctor's note, Shining Stars Academy will modify your child's lunch and snacks in regards to his/her/their special diet.