Food Allergies and Special Diets

The Food Service Department takes allergies, food safety, and student health very seriously. We want to ensure that your child receives the best care possible while at school. Special Diets are provided to students with a disability or medical condition that limits a major life activity such as breathing or learning; or for students with severe or life-threatening food allergies.

A current RCSD Special Dietary Request Form must be completed and signed by Medical Authority. This form must be completed in its entirety and returned to the school nurse. If the form is not complete, the special diet cannot be processed. This form must be updated annually.

Does your child have special dietary considerations? Please view or download the form below:

English_Physician's Request for Dietary Accommodations Form

Español_Physician's Request for Dietary Accommodation Form

RCSD Department of Food Services | 585-336-4100 | sfs@rcsdk12.org

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