WELCOME TO BARTRAM BEARS CAFE!
Sandy Mattox, Food Service Manager
904-547-8256
[email protected]
Nourishing Minds, Fueling Futures: Our School Meal Program
At our school, we believe that well-fed students are better prepared to learn and thrive. That’s why we’re proud to offer a comprehensive meal program that goes beyond just filling stomachs – we’re committed to providing nutritious, balanced meals that meet Federal guidelines and cater to diverse tastes.
🍎 Breakfast of Champions Start the day right with our nutritionally balanced breakfast options:
- Choice of fresh milk
- Seasonal fruits
- 100% fruit juices
- Delicious entrées (most containing 2 components)
To enjoy our breakfast at the standard price, students need only select a fruit and one additional component. For example, an Egg & Cheese Biscuit paired with crisp Apple Slices makes for a perfect breakfast!
🥗 Lunch to Power Through the Day Our lunch menu is designed to provide energy and essential nutrients:
- Choice of fresh milk
- Variety of fruits
- Selection of vegetables
- Tasty entrée options (most containing 2 components)
To receive lunch at the standard price, students must include either a fruit or vegetable in their selection. For instance, a classic Cheeseburger with Milk and Apple Slices constitutes a complete lunch.
đź’ˇ Did you know? Your family may qualify for no-cost or reduced-price meals based on household income or family size. We encourage all families to explore this option: SJCSD Free/Reduced App page
🍽️ What’s on the Menu? Curious about our daily offerings? Explore our diverse and nutritious menu options at Meal Viewer: Visit MealViewer.com now
At Bartram Trail, we’re not just serving meals – we’re nurturing potential, one plate at a time. Join us in fostering a healthier, happier school community through good nutrition!
Additionally, our school offers a wide range of Ala Carte options that can be found within the school’s cafeteria menu. If you have questions or concerns, please contact the school’s Kitchen Manager. They will be able to provide specific information to fit your needs.
FREE and REDUCED MEAL APPLICATION
- Parents are encouraged to complete one Free and Reduced application online. The Free and Reduced application must be completed every school year. Until the application is processed and approved by the District Food Service office, any meal charges will be the responsibility of the adult/guardian. APPLICATION LINK
 PREPAYMENT FOR FOOD ITEMS
- Prepayments to your child’s lunch account can be made through PayPams (link can be found at the top right of this page).  Payment can also be received by the food and nutrition manager or cashiers in form of cash or check, if by check please include phone number and students name.
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HOW DOES THE STUDENT ACCESS THEIR LUNCH ACCOUNT AT THE SCHOOL?
- All students will receive a Student I.D. at the startup of school; this is how they will access their lunch account by scanning it at the register. Please encourage your child to bring it every day; it helps the lines to go faster. If they do not have their I.D., they will only be allowed to get a school lunch no A La Carte!
- Also,all students can access their lunch account with the App. MINGA or with a student I.D card if your child does not have an I.D card they can go to the front office, and they will get them one.
 DEBIT MEAL POLICY
- When an account does not have sufficient funds to purchase ala cart items, students will be offered a regular school lunch meal (3 squares) from the school lunch menu that is posted on the St. Johns County School website (not ala carte items) to debit and pay back.If the student reaches a debit equivalent of 2 regular lunch meals they will be given an alternative meal. That meal will be determined by the Cafe Manager.All students must have an I.D. and indicate their lunch account number, whether paying with cash or debit. Without an I.D., students may purchase a school lunch only, no ala carte.
MEAL CHARGES
- The only item a student will be allowed to charge is a school lunch. Students will not be allowed to charge any A La Carte items.
PARENTAL RESTRICTIONS
- If you feel your child is over purchasing restrictions can be placed on lunch account with an e- mail. Once restrictions are placed, they cannot be removed unless the parent provides the food and nutrition manger with an email asking for the restrictions to be removed. Signing up with PayPams is a great way to monitor your child’s daily spending.
FOOD ALLERGIES
- If your child has food allergies, please provide the school nurse with a physician’s note indicating the allergies and the appropriate substitutions that are recommended by the physician or medical authority.
REFUNDS
- Refunds are addressed at the school level and require a written request or e-mail
- SJCSD refund
ACCOUNT BALANCES
- Student account balances either positive or negative from previous school year will roll into the new school year unless a refund has been requested