At least the minimum serving sizes for the grade group
Students must take at least 3 of the 5 components, and one choice must be a fruit or vegetable
The five food components
Meat / Meat Alternate
Protein foods such as lean meats, poultry, fish, beans, cheese, yogurt, or eggs.
Vegetables
One or more servings of different kinds of vegetables.
Fruits
One or more servings of different fruits.
Grains / Breads
Primarily whole-grain options that meet USDA standards.
Milk
Fat-free or low-fat milk options.
At the School District of Holmen, you may
Double your vegetable/fruit choice
Substitute one container of 100% juice for a fresh fruit choice per meal
Count items from the salad bar toward the vegetable/fruit component
Tip: To qualify as a reimbursable meal under Offer Versus Serve (OVS), students should choose at least three components — and make sure one selection is a fruit or vegetable.
