Our Mission

Our mission is to nourish and inspire students by providing nutritious, delicious, and exciting meals each day. We are dedicated to enriching the educational experience by ensuring every child has access to balanced, high-quality food that fuels their bodies and minds, creating a positive and enjoyable mealtime experience that encourages healthy eating habits for life.

Fueling Minds, Energizing Futures

At Marshall Independent School District, we know that a nutritious meal can make all the difference in a student’s day. That’s why we are proud to offer free breakfast and lunch to all students' district-wide, provided through the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP). Our goal is to ensure that every student has access to healthy, delicious meals that support their growth and learning.

Free Breakfast & Lunch for All Students

Thanks to the CEP program, all students in the district are eligible to receive free breakfast and lunch every school day. This program helps us remove any barriers to healthy meals, so students can focus on what matters most—learning and growing. No application or approval process is required, making it easy for families to ensure their children receive nutritious meals at school.

Partnership with Southwest Foodservice Excellence, LLC

To ensure the highest quality of food and service, Marshall ISD has partnered with Southwest Foodservice Excellence LLC (SFE), a leader in school nutrition services. Together, we work to provide the best possible food program for our students, focusing on fresh, scratch-cooked meals and exciting menu options. With this partnership, we are able to deliver nutritious, flavorful meals that students love, while adhering to all TDA guidelines and nutritional standards.

Culinary Expertise and Fresh Ingredients

Our hard-working Child Nutrition Staff members, in collaboration with SFE, are dedicated to crafting meals that not only meet Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) compliance regulations but also keep students excited about what’s on their plate. From licensed dietitians to skilled culinary experts to our ServSafe certified kitchen managers, our MISD & SFE team works to deliver their best for Marshall ISD students. We prioritize scratch cooking and fresh ingredients to create meals that are both healthy and delicious. By using locally sourced produce and customized recipes, we ensure that every meal is a nutritious choice.

Whether it's a hearty breakfast to start the day or a flavorful lunch to keep students energized, our menus offer a variety of options to keep students engaged and satisfied. We believe that meals should be an enjoyable part of the school day, and our culinary team strives to make each one memorable.

Healthy, Flavorful, and Fun Meals

Our focus on fresh, nutritious ingredients means that meals are prepared with care and attention to detail. From whole grains to lean proteins and plenty of fruits and vegetables, we work to ensure that every meal is well-balanced and supports the health and well-being of our students.

By using scratch cooking techniques and incorporating a wide variety of flavors, we keep our students excited about mealtime while providing them with the nutrients they need to succeed. With the support of Southwest Foodservice Excellence LLC, we’re constantly innovating our meal offerings to meet the tastes and needs of our diverse student body.

Working Together for Student Success

At Marshall ISD, we believe that healthy meals are a cornerstone of student success. By partnering with Southwest Foodservice Excellence LLC and offering free breakfast and lunch to all students through the TDA program, we are helping ensure that every child has the nutrition they need to thrive both in and outside the classroom.