Walnut Creek

Each morning, your child’s teacher will take any lunch orders. If you know your child will arrive late to school, please call the office and let them know your child's lunch choice. This is important because each day’s count determines exactly how much food is prepared or ordered (like pizza!). When even one child receives a lunch he didn’t order, it could mean that another, who did order, won’t get their choice for the day.

We will accept lunch payments on any day of the week. You or your child may give your payment to his teacher, the school office, or directly to the lunch ladies. These deposits will be posted to your child’s account by the next business day. Remember to place your child’s name, grade, and teacher in a check’s “memo” line or indicate if you want the payment split between more than one child.

We strongly encourage all parents to keep a balance of at least $25 in their child’s account. Why? Because once your child’s balance falls into the negative, you will automatically be charged a higher price (see price list ). If your child’s account has a negative balance that exceeds $35 or more, we must deny your child the right to purchase lunch until their debt is paid. We understand extenuating circumstances, but please know that we do not believe we’re teaching our children biblical principals when they’re allowed to buy “on credit;” and bottom line, the lunchroom also has bills to pay and cannot operate when many do not pay their share. Remember, the lunchroom is a convenience, as there is always the option of bringing lunch from home!

Yes! Mr. Jones selects some students to run the computer, thus allowing us to offer this “snack bar” time without interfering with lunch preparations. However, buying snacks is a privilege for those who have money in their account. If your child has a negative account balance, they will not be allowed to purchase ANY snacks during this time. Also, if you do not want your child to purchase snacks, please just let us know.

Please note that it is the parents’ responsibility to keep track of their child’s account balance. In the past, we have sent home letters that remind parents of either a low balance or any amount due. Because these letters are often misplaced and out-dated almost as soon as they’re printed, we have done away with these notices. Instead, we will continue to offer e-mail notifications once a week when your account is at or below the $10 mark (please make sure the office has your e-mail address). Parents may call the lunchroom during operating hours and make inquiries or students may request their balance as they come through the lunch line where a written reminder will be given to them at that time.

Watch for menu changes each quarter published in the WCCA Eagle Forum or check this page. “Crustless” peanut butter and grape jelly sandwiches, grilled cheese, or bean and cheese burritos are the only items that will be available every day, all year long.