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Special Dietary Accommodations

Overview

Hanover School District 28 provides meal accommodations to ensure all students can safely participate in our school meal programs. We work collaboratively with families using a team approach to meet each child's dietary needs.

Students with Disabilities

We will provide meal modifications when supported by proper medical documentation.

Required Documentation:

  • Written medical statement or completed CDE form
  • Must be signed by a licensed physician, physician assistant, or nurse practitioner

The medical statement must include:

  • Description of the child's disability
  • How the condition restricts the child's diet
  • Specific foods to be omitted
  • Required food substitutions
  • Diet prescription or accommodation plan

Important Notes:

  • Medical statements don't need annual updates unless the child's needs change
  • Disabilities include conditions affecting immune, digestive, neurological, and bowel functions
  • Each case is evaluated individually
  • These meals are eligible for reimbursement even if they don't meet standard USDA meal patterns

Students with Food Preferences (Non-Disability)

We will attempt to accommodate special dietary preferences such as religious, moral, or personal choices, but these are handled differently:

  • Medical documentation is NOT required
  • Meals must meet standard USDA meal pattern requirements for reimbursement
  • Evaluated case-by-case

How to Request Accommodations

  1. Download the Meal Modification form
  2. Have your child's doctor complete and sign it
  3. Return to the Nutrition Department at Hanover School District 28 or your school office

To discontinue accommodations: Contact our Nutrition Director for the appropriate form.

Important Disclaimer

Cross-Contamination Risk: While we train staff on food allergies and research all products carefully, we cannot guarantee zero cross-contamination. Our kitchens use shared cooking equipment and self-service areas. Manufacturers may change ingredients without notice. Hanover School District 28 cannot be held liable for adverse reactions.

Non-Discrimination & Complaints

Hanover School District 28 is an equal opportunity provider. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or retaliation.

To file a discrimination complaint:

Questions? Contact the Hanover School District 28 Nutrition Director.