Our Programs
CPS Farm to School
The CPS Farm to School program brings the bounty of the Midwest into Chicago lunchrooms. Through delicious, locally sourced meals and opportunities for farmers to teach kids about their craft, students are given a direct connection to the food they consume.
CPS Chef Council
Composed of Chicago-area chefs, culinary organizations, and other experts, the Chef Council advises the CPS Farm to School program on menu plans, creates recipes based on local harvests, and educates students and the community on how to eat healthier foods.
What We Do
We bring CPS students fresh, seasonal menus and a personal connection to our area’s agricultural and culinary trades.
Why We Do
Understanding more about good food and where it comes from makes it easier to find, prepare, and enjoy for a lifetime.
How We Do
Interest in healthy food is forged through student-inspired foods, farmer and chef visits, and educational resources.
Featured Menus & Events
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Fall Menu
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Plastic Free Lunch Day
Today’s Menu on MealViewer
Check out today’s online menu and be up-to-date on your school’s daily breakfast and lunch menus. On MealViewer, you can create a profile for your student(s) that includes allergen notifications and a way to provide feedback on school meals.
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Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child
At Chicago Public Schools the Office of Student Health and Wellness uses the Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child (WSCC) model which emphasizes the collaboration between schools, communities, public health, and healthcare sectors to align resources in support of the whole child. Please take a moment to watch this video and see what this amazing team does for our students every day.
Watch this video to learn how we care for the whole child.