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Food Policy

At Flower of Life Montessori we serve nutrient-dense, predominantly organic snacks with an emphasis on raw fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and plant-based proteins.  We also work with families to accommodate dietary preferences and restrictions.  The children are offered purified drinking water at mealtimes and have free access to drinking water throughout the day. 

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Before arrival:

Please serve your child a substantial and sustaining breakfast before they come to school that is low or without processed sugar.
Below are some examples of nutritious breakfasts that set your child up for a SUCCESSFUL day:

  • Muesli – Rolled oats, raisins, grated apple, nuts, and cinnamon soaked in apple juice overnight

  • Milk with low (or no) sugar cereal

  • Bagel/Toast/English muffin with peanut or nut butter,  or real fruit preserves or jelly

  • Eggs and toast or a breakfast sandwich or burrito

  • Old fashioned Oatmeal, brown rice, quinoa, amaranth, or millet sweetened with real jam or sliced fruit

  • Yogurt and granola

  • Toast with any type of nut butter

  • Pumpkin, banana, zucchini, or sweet potato bread

  • Real fruit smoothie (You can add kale or spinach to it for a nutritional boost without even tasting it.)

  • Orange Julius – Blend OJ concentrate, milk, and a splash of vanilla.

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*Plant based milk and yogurt are great alternatives to dairy products, especially during the months where children tend to become sick. It helps keep mucus levels down. If you must get cow milk products its best to get organic if you can because it comes from healthier cows!

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Mid-morning Snack

9:30AM to 10:30AM (Self-Serve)

Mid-morning snack consists of one bread/grain item, fruit and/or fruit juice, milk and/or water.

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Lunch

12:00PM

The children need to bring a healthy lunch to school to enjoy! Please do not include candy and desserts. Its ideal if their lunch is easier for them to open so they can become more independent!

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Afternoon Snack

3:00-3:30PM

Afternoon snack consists of two items, each serving from two different food groups.

 

Birthday Celebrations:

* If you would like to bring a low-sugar treat for your child to share, feel free to be creative.
Some examples:

  • Muffins

  • Fruit kabobs

  • No bake cookies

  • Chocolate covered strawberries/bananas

  • Frozen yogurt

  • Fruity popsicles, fruit salad

  • Ants on a Log (celery/PB or nut butter/raisins)

  • PB/nut butter and pumpkin balls

  • Granola, granola bars

  • A cake you both bake together! -(There are ways to make it with less sugar!) Have fun with it! :)

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