Food Services

• Ross Local Schools cafeterias use a computer-based cash register system that provides quick and secure access to student information, such as free meal eligibility and allergies.
• Regardless of payment method, when students purchase items, they will enter their student ID number.
• When the ID is entered, the student's name, picture, and other detailed information appear on the screen of the cash register.
• Each child has his or her own ID number. You can remain confident that every student has a unique ID number and all ID numbers remain secure. 

A parent can place money onto a student's account at Pay School Central (PaySchoolCentral.com). Students may also bring in cash or check (Blue or Black ink ONLY) to the lunchroom to add to their lunch account. 

 ***We encourage parents to pay online so funds can be pre-loaded to the student's account well before their arrival at lunchtime.***

Pay School Central offers the following features:

• Payments on Pay School Central can be made by with a debit card or credit card
• Allows the ability to set up automatic recurring payments along with being notified via email when account balance runs low on the student's lunch account
• Report features that provide history on all purchases and balances
• A credit card transaction fee of 3.9% will be charged for processing the funds if funds are loaded online
• If payment is made by check, a fee of $1.75 will be applied per transaction
• Through registering for Pay For It and creating an account you can gain access to a variety of reports (account balances, history of food purchases, etc.). You will not be charged a fee for accessing reports on the Pay For It system. 

Beginning in the school year (SY) 2017-2018, and each year thereafter, the meal charge policy must be communicated in writing to all households at the start of each school year and to households transferring to the school during the school year.

The Food Services Department meal charge procedure goals:

• To treat all students with dignity in the serving line regarding meal accounts;
• To support positive situations with district staff, district business policies, students, and parents to the maximum extent possible;
• To establish policies that are age-appropriate;
• To encourage parents to assume responsibility for meal payments and to promote student self-responsibility;
• To establish a consistent department procedure regarding meal charges and the collection of charges.

Our cafeterias provide current ingredient information available from our food suppliers for the most common allergens identified by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (eggs, dairy, wheat, soy, peanuts, tree nuts, fish, and shellfish). We understand each of our students has individual needs when consuming food and drinks outside of their home, especially those with food allergies.

We provide food allergy information to students so they can make safe food selections. However, normal kitchen operations may involve some shared cooking and preparation areas, equipment, and utensils. Keep in mind possibility exists for food items to come in contact with other food products, including other allergens. 

Please alert the schools if your child has a food allergy. You need to provide documentation must be provided, such as a note from a physician stating the allergen and any substitutions they feel are necessary.

Allergies are addressed on an individual basis. Please reach out to our district nurse, Shelli Turco, shelli.turco@rossrams.com, with questions or for help with your child's allergies.

$1.75 for Full Pay, $0.30 cents for Reduced and Free for those who qualify.
Individual Milk is $0.60 cents at all cafeterias.

Ross High School - 6:45 am to 7:15 am
The RHS cafeteria offers both a hot breakfast item every day and a Grab-and-Go selection for breakfast. This includes whole grain Pop tarts, cereal, granola bars, muffins, bread, and more. Milk is offered daily. A Hot Chocolate or Coffee may be included with a breakfast meal when obtained at the Mocha Cafe only at RHS.

Ross Middle School - 7:50 am to 8:15 am
​​The RMS cafeteria offers both a hot breakfast item every day and a Grab-and-Go selection for breakfast. This includes whole grain Pop tarts, cereal, granola bars, muffins, bread, and more. Milk is offered daily. 

Ross Intermediate School - 7:50 am to 8:15 am
​​​​​​The RIS cafeteria offers a hot breakfast each morning. Each day includes a grain option (students can choose between the entre offered or cereal), a fruit or vegetable and milk. 

Elda and Morgan Elementary - 8:50 am to 9:15 am
Both Elda and Morgan Elementary cafeterias offer a hot breakfast each morning for the students. Each day includes a grain option (students can choose between the entre offered or cereal), a fruit or vegetable and milk. 

A complete lunch consists of five components- grains, protein, fruits, vegetables, and milk. Under the National School Lunch guidelines, students must choose three of the five food components and one must be a fruit or vegetable. Please encourage your child to take full advantage of all the offerings that make up lunch. 

Please use our Menu Nutritional Analysis Guide as a reference for nutrition information. Please note menus are subject to change. Any additional information required may be obtained by emailing Karen Trousdell, the RLSD Food Services Director, karen.trousdell@rossrams.com.

Make it a meal, it's the best deal!

Ross High School:
Student Lunch = $3.50
Adult Lunch = $4.50
Entre only = $2.95
Reduced Lunch  =$0.40
Individual milk = $0.60

Ross Middle School:
Student Lunch = $3.50
Adult Lunch = $4.50
Entre only = $2.95
Reduced Lunch = $0.40
Individual milk = $0.60

Ross Intermediate School:
Student Lunch = $3.25
Adult Lunch = $4.50
Entre only = $2.75
Reduced Lunch  =$0.40
Individual milk = $0.60

Elda and Morgan Elementary:
Student Lunch = $3.25
Adult Lunch = $4.50
Entre only = $2.75
Reduced Lunch  =$0.40
Individual milk = $0.60

To find Summer Meals in Your Community: 
https://www.fns.usda.gov/summerfoodrocks