(a) In recognition of the demonstrated correlation between good nutrition and the capacity of children to develop and learn, and to more effectively meet the institutional needs of the children of the Virgin Islands, the Commissioner of Education is hereby authorized and directed to conduct special nutrition programs, including school lunches. Such programs shall be […]
(a) In addition to all requirements of applicable federal law, each school food authority shall administer special nutrition programs that: (1) meet minimum nutritional standards established by the Commissioner of Education; (2) include in the regular dietary program, when feasible, locally-grown or produced foods; (3) consider student views on food desirability, without sacrificing nutritional standards; […]
(a) Each school may, with the approval of the Board of Education, sell to students beverages in vending machines during the school day so long as: (1) Soft drinks are not sold— (A) during the breakfast and lunch periods; (B) at elementary schools; or (C) contrary to the requirements of the National School Lunch Program […]
