Approved Snack List
The Hawthorn District 73 Approved Snack List was developed by the Whole Child Wellness Committee and the Administrative Team to help create a safe and manageable opportunity for students to enjoy a healthy snack during the school day.
General Guidelines
- Snack time happens during the school day.
- Label the snack with your child’s first and last name.
- No sharing of snacks.
- Students eat snacks in their own learning spaces.
- Generic or store brands are welcome.
- If a snack is not on this list, it will be sent home.
- Some items may not be allowed in certain classrooms because of allergies. Your teacher will tell you if there are changes.
- If your child needs a different snack for religious, cultural, or medical reasons, contact your building administrator or classroom teacher to request an accommodation.
Approved Snack Categories
Fruit
- Fresh fruit
- Fruit snacks
- Fruit leather or fruit roll
- Dried fruit
- Applesauce pouch
Vegetables
- Fresh vegetables
- Veggie straws (any flavor)
- Dried vegetables
- Vegetable pouch
Cereal
- Plain Cheerios
- Nutri-Grain bar
- Shredded wheat
- Oatmeal squares
- Oatmeal bar
Meat and Legumes
- Roasted chickpeas
- Dried beans
- Beef jerky
Crackers
- Ritz crackers
- Wheat Thins
- Graham crackers
- Saltines
- Goldfish
- Rice cakes
Chips and Popcorn
- Sun Chips
- PopCorners
- SkinnyPop
- Plain popcorn
- Pretzels
- Pirate’s Booty/Puffs
Cheese and Dairy
- Milk (Lincoln School only)
- Cheese (stick, cube, slice, etc.)
- Yogurt tube
Other
- Seaweed
Printable Versions
Need another language? Families who need a printable version in another language may contact Samantha Cook at cooksa@hawthorn73.org for assistance.