This program is operated in accordance with U.S. Department of Agriculture policy which does not permit discrimination because of race, color, sex, age, handicap or national origin. Any person who believes that he or she has been discriminated against in any USDA related activity should write immediately to the Secretary of Agriculture, Washington D.C. 20250
The USDA has recently issued new school meal requirements for the National School Lunch. These standards will be effective for the 2012-2013 school year. This means Mercer Island School District students will see some changes next school year in the foods served at school.