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Fundraisers

All foods and beverages served and sold on campus during the school day must meet Smart Snack nutrition guidelines. The school day is defined as midnight before through 30 minutes after the dismissal bell. 

Smart Snack regulations do not apply to: 

  • Food not intended for consumption on campus during the school day (i.e. cookie dough)
  • Afterschool or weekend activities

The Arizona Department of Education (ADE) does allow for exempt fundraisers. Exempt fundraisers do not need to meet Smart Snack nutrition guidelines however, they must be infrequent and submitted to ADE. Regulations state that no exempted fundraiser foods or beverages may be sold in competition with school meals in the food service area during meal service. 

  • Food-based fundraisers should prioritize items that are Smart Snack compliant as there are no limitations for their approval. 
  • Non-food based fundraisers are encouraged. 

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.