Lunchtime Attendance Line: 403-777-7470 ext. 1
It is important that you call the lunchtime program attendance line if your child is absent.
Lunchtime
Students are expected to go outside unless the weather is severe. Students are kept inside at lunch when the temperature falls below - 20°C. The wind chill factor is considered in determining the outside temperature.
Grades 5 and 6
Grades 5 and 6 students living within the walk limit are expected to go home for lunch. If staying for lunch, lunch supervision fees apply and will need to be paid. Please visit our Lunch Supervision page for more information.
Students who are bussed to school must remain on the school property during lunchtime unless they have signed parental permission for a specific day when they will leave the campus.
Grades 7 to 9
Grades 7 to 9 students are free to leave school property during the lunch hour. However, they must be respectful of our neighbours and their property and return to school on time. Please note that beverages purchased outside the school at lunchtime should be consumed before re-entering the school.
Healthy Hunger
Remember to go online to purchase new lunches for your student(s). See more information under "Resources".
Schedule:
Lunches are Tuesday and Thursday each week.
Allergies
Additionally, we have children at our school who are allergic to nuts and related nut products. Parents must indicate any special health concerns on the school registration for their child and are encouraged to ensure classroom teachers are also aware of health issues. For more information about this and other health concerns visit our Illness & Medical page.
Home-Packed Lunch Tips for Parents
Lunch is an important part of your child’s day at school. Here are some tips to help you provide a lunch that is safe and nutritious with less waste.
Food Safety
- Keep cold food cold by using an insulated lunch bag and 1-2 ice packs.
- Keep hot food hot by using an insulated container. Preheat your container with boiling water before adding hot food. Microwave ovens are not available for elementary students.
- Pack non-perishables, such as granola bars and whole fruit, that can be kept at room temperature.
- Most CBE schools are nut-aware, please check with your child’s teacher for more information on nut allergies and other allergies in your child’s classroom.
Help Reduce Waste
- Bring a reusable water bottle.
- Pack just enough for a child to eat during lunch.
- Many schools participate in “boomerang lunches” (pack in/pack out), where all leftover items are returned home.
Tip: Pack a sealable bag or container labeled ‘garbage’ for uneaten food or open containers to avoid mess in the lunch bag.
In 2024, ten CBE schools participated in a waste audit conducted by Green Calgary. Here are a few suggestions from the audit to help minimize waste produced by packed lunches:
- Send less selections of food. Younger children have difficulty deciding what to eat when there is a lot of choice and sometimes end up not eating.
- When possible, use reusable containers for foods such as crackers and cut up fruits or vegetables.
Other Tips
- Make sure your child can open all packages by themselves.
- Involve your child in packing their lunch. Children involved in food preparation may be more likely to try new foods and eat what is packed, minimizing food waste.
- Aim to include a food from each food group – lean proteins, whole grains, and fruits and vegetables should be eaten daily (as per Canada’s Food Guide 2019).
- Some items, such as sandwiches, can be made ahead and frozen to save time. Note that some fillings such as fresh vegetables do not freeze well.
- Designate a shelf in the fridge/pantry at home for lunch items. This may help make packing lunches quicker and encourage independence for children packing their own lunches.
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