Monroe Students Give Opinions on School Lunch

Students share what they dislike and like for lunch as well as offer suggestions.

School lunch is an important part of the school day because it gives students energy to learn and focus in class. In a student survey conducted by the leadership class, students shared their opinions on school lunch. The students provided honest feedback about what they enjoy and what they would like to change.

The students’ favorite school lunches include pizza, grilled cheese with tomato soup, ramen, fruit, salad, parfaits, Taco-nadas, and carne asada tacos. They especially enjoy pepperoni pizza and would like to see it served more because pepperoni pizza often runs out more than cheese pizza. They also like having fruit and would enjoy more variety, such as fruit bowls and olives. The students mentioned that they prefer food that is fresh rather than frozen or overcooked.

Some foods students do not enjoy include wings, hot dogs, corn dogs, pancakes with sausage, gravy with mashed potatoes, and leftover apples. They also said they would like fewer oranges served at lunch because many students do not like them or often leave them uneaten.

When asked what they would like to see added to the menu, students suggested more tacos and a wider variety of cultural foods. They also think it would be nice to have Tajín packets available for fruit. In addition, they would like more side dishes, chips, and a greater variety of drinks instead of just milk.

Overall, the students’ feedback shows that while they enjoy many school lunch options, there are clear areas for improvement. Adding more variety, cultural foods, and fresh options could make lunch more enjoyable and satisfying for everyone.

By: Arianna M. and Azul A.