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Share your thoughts: feasiblity study ThoughtExchange now open
Dear Fort Plain CSD Community,
We’re about midway through our feasibility study exploring the possibility of joining the Canajoharie and Fort Plain school districts into a new, unified district. At this point, we’re reaching out again to invite your thoughts, questions and ideas through a new ThoughtExchange process.
Your input is crucial as we consider the impact and potential of this initiative.
This study aims to understand the potential benefits, challenges and effects of centralizing our districts. It is focused on three main areas:
- Educational experiences: Will this benefit students and improve the quality of education?
- Organizational capacity: Can we improve resource sharing and overall efficiency?
- Financial sustainability: Would centralizing help with long-term financial stability and wise use of resources?
We’re looking at factors like the quality of education, efficient use of resources and fiscal responsibility to see if joining the two districts could lead to stronger, more sustainable schools.
The study will help us decide if this change can improve educational outcomes and support a vibrant, well-rounded school community.
View documents related to the study’s progress, to-date.
Share your thoughts on this process through ThoughtExchange
This next ThoughtExchange will allow you to:
- Share any questions or thoughts you have about the study’s progress so far.
- Review and rate the ideas of others to help us see what’s most important to everyone.
Follow this link to participate with this ThoughtExchange: https://tejoin.com/scroll/432834459
Thank you for helping us make informed decisions for our schools. Your voice is a valuable part of this conversation about our future.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Lauren Crisman, Superintendent
Board of Education Meeting – Oct. 30
The Fort Plain Board of Education will meet on Oct. 30, 2024 at 3:45 p.m.
The meeting will take place in the Ronald H. Thibodeau Conference Room in the District Office, 25 High Street, Fort Plain, N.Y.
View the FPCSD Board of Education – Oct. 30, 2024 meeting agenda.
Ist Annual Veterans Day Reception and Assembly – Nov. 8
Harry Hoag Elementary will host a reception and assembly on Friday, Nov. 8, 2024 in honor of the veterans in our Fort Plain community.
Those who have served our country and are connected to our students, staff and community are invited to attend this reception beginning at 7:45 a.m. and to stay for an assembly in their honor. This event will take place in the Harry Hoag Elementary School Library and Gym.
Veterans: Please RSVP by Friday, Nov. 1 by calling 518-993-4000, emailing jennifer.ruszkowski@fortplain.org or to your child’s teacher.
Veterans who are unable to attend this celebration are invited to message us with their name and branch of service so we may include them in our Hall of Heroes display.
Thank you to Montgomery County for co-sponsoring this event with our district.
2024-25 student transportation news and updates
The following is a message from Fort Plain CSD Transportation Supervisor Gary Ruszkowski sent to families on Oct. 18, 2024
Dear Parents and Guardians,
We hope this message finds you well.
We want to inform you about an important update regarding our school bus transportation system.
Effective on Monday, Oct. 21, 2024, buses will no longer pick up students who are not part of the regular bus route. This decision has been made to ensure the safety and well-being of all students while they travel to and from school.
We continue to provide a high-quality transportation service. Please be aware, however, that there may be occasional delays with pick up or drop off times due to bus driver shortages. If any delays are expected to be longer than 20 minutes, families/guardians will be notified via Parent Square.
As always, you can call the Transportation Supervisor at 518-993-4000 ext. 4001 or the Transportation Secretary at 518-993-4000 ext. 3059 to inquire about delays.
We kindly ask that you review and update your student’s pick-up and drop-off information if your child uses school provided transportation.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we prioritize the safety of our students.
Sincerely,
Gary Ruszkowski, Transportation Supervisor
Board of Education Meeting – Oct. 17
The Fort Plain Board of Education will hold its regular meeting on Oct. 17, 2024 beginning at 6 p.m.
The meeting will take place in the Ronald H. Thibodeau Conference Room in the District Office, 25 High Street, Fort Plain, N.Y.
View the FPCSD Board of Education – Oct. 17, 2024 meeting agenda.
Voters approve Capital Improvement Project
Fort Plain Central School District residents voted on Oct. 3, 2024 to approve a $10,140,000 capital improvement project by a vote of 101 to 83.
The project will fund needed repairs and improvements inside and out of both Harry Hoag Elementary School and the Jr./Sr. High School. It will also enhance some of our well-used gathering spaces, such as the Jr./Sr. High School auditorium, and provide safer access to our athletic facilities.
Thank you to all who voted on this project and for your support of our students and schools.
Mark your calendar: Oct. 3 game, open house, Capital Project vote
Fort Plain Central School District will be the center of activity on Thursday, Oct. 3.
Families and community members are encouraged to mark their calendars and join us for the following:
- Canajoharie-Fort Plain Modified Girls Soccer game vs. Mayfield Central, 4:15 p.m., Fort Plain Sports Complex at Harry Hoag Elementary School.
- Harry Hoag Elementary School Open House, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. at Harry Hoag Elementary
Capital Improvement Project vote
The vote on a proposed $10,140,000 capital improvement project will also take place on Oct. 3, with polls open from 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. at the Harry Hoag Elementary School Library.
If approved, the project will fund needed repairs and improvements inside and out of both Harry Hoag Elementary School and the Jr./Sr. High School. It will also enhance some of our well-used gathering spaces, such as the Jr./Sr. High School auditorium, and provide safer access to our athletic facilities.
And now from our students: FPN News is live
Start your day with a cup of joe and the news of the week!
Now in its second year, students in the high school’s Multi-Media Production class will be delivering the news and happenings from around Fort Plain Jr./Sr. High School in a bi-weekly broadcast on the in-house Fort Plain Network (FPN).
This interactive class project offers students the opportunity to hone their skills at reporting and broadcasting news as they plan, write and produce each episode.
Watch FPN News
Episode 1 of the 24-25 FPN News season is now live. Follow along on our YouTube channel to stay in the know and watch our our student as they grow their skills this school year.
NHS to host blood drive Nov. 1; sign up today
Save the date and help save lives: The Fort Plain chapter of the National Honor Society is hosting an American Red Cross Blood Drive on Friday, Nov. 1, 2024 in the high school gym, from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
For an appointment, visit redcrossblood.org (sponsor code: FortPlainHS), call 1-800-RED CROSS or email NHS & NJHS Advisor Kolbe Gray at kolbe.gray@fortplain.org.
Thank you!
October 2024 Menus
Breakfast and lunch are available free of charge each school day for all Fort Plain students, pre-k through high school.
Fat-free and low-fat white and chocolate milk served daily.
Fruit served daily. May include: fresh, canned, dried (raisins) or juice.
October 2024 Menus
School breakfast is: brain power for learning, nutrition for growth, fuel for sports and P.E.!
Harry Hoag Elementary—Breakfast | Lunch
Jr./Sr. High School—Breakfast | Lunch
Pre-K
Breakfast
Tuesday, Oct. 1 – Egg Patty, Sausage Links, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Wednesday, Oct. 2 – Yogurt, Granola Bar, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Thursday, Oct. 3 – Cereal, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Friday, Oct. 4 – Egg and Cheese Croissant, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Monday, Oct. 7 – Bagel w/ Cream Cheese, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Tuesday, Oct. 8 – Whole Grain Pancakes, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit, Juice, Milk
Wednesday, Oct. 9 – Apple Muffin, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Thursday, Oct. 10 – Pancake on a Stick with sausage inside, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Friday, Oct. 11 – No School – Superintendent’s Conference Day
Monday, Oct. 14– No School – Columbus Day
Tuesday, Oct. 15 – Cereal, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Wednesday, Oct. 16 – Pumpkin Bread or Banana Bread, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Thursday, Oct. 17 –Breakfast Pizza, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Friday, Oct. 18 – Egg Patty, Sausage Patty, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Monday, Oct. 21 – Bagel w/ jam and margarine, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Tuesday, Oct. 22 – Cheese Omelet, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Wednesday, Oct. 23 – Pancake on a Stick with, sausage inside, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Thursday, Oct. 24 – French Toast Tornado, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Friday, Oct. 25 – Yogurt, Granola, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Monday, Oct. 28 – Muffin Top and Cheese Stick, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Tuesday, Oct. 29 – Cereal, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Wednesday, Oct. 30 – Banana Muffin or Corn Muffin, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Thursday, Oct. 31 – Cereal, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Friday, Nov. 1 – Breakfast Pizza, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Lunch
Tuesday, Oct. 1 – Chicken Tenders Dinner Roll, Green Peas, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Wednesday, Oct. 2 – Bacon Cheeseburger, Baked Beans, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Thursday, Oct. 3 – Spaghetti & Meatballs, Tossed Salad, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Friday, Oct. 4 – Hot Dog on a Bun, Tossed Salad, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Monday, Oct. 7 – Chicken Nuggets, Dinner Roll, BBQ Beans, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Tuesday, Oct. 8 – Meatball Sub Sandwich, Smile Fries, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Wednesday, Oct. 9 – Turkey Club, Baby Carrots w/dip, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Thursday, Oct. 10 – French Bread Pizza, Broccoli, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Friday, Oct. 11 – No School – Superintendent’s Conference Day
Monday, Oct. 14– No School – Columbus Day
Tuesday, Oct. 15 – Popcorn Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Corn, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Wednesday, Oct. 16 – Cheeseburger, Mixed Vegetables, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Thursday, Oct. 17 – Corn Dog, Cheese Stick, Tossed Salad, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Friday, Oct. 18 – Chicken Patty on a Bun, Cooked Carrots, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Monday, Oct. 21 – Hot Dog, Green Beans, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Tuesday, Oct. 22 – Taco Salad, Beans, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Wednesday, Oct. 23 – Chicken Tenders, Dinner Roll, Baby Carrots w/dip, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Thursday, Oct. 24 – Pizza, Sunchips, Peas, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Friday, Oct. 25 – Chicken Parmesan with Roll, Broccoli, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Monday, Oct. 28 – PBJ Uncrustable, ABC Vegetable Soup, Celery Sticks, Fruit Choice, Milk
Tuesday, Oct. 29 – Pizza Crunchers with Marinara Dipping Sauce, Cooked Carrots, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Wednesday, Oct. 30 – Cheeseburger, Baked Beans, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Thursday, Oct. 31 – Boneless Wings, Garlic Knots, Tossed Salad, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Friday, Nov. 1 – Assorted Subs, Corn, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Elementary
Breakfast
Tuesday, Oct. 1 – French Toast Sticks, Sausage Links, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Wednesday, Oct. 2 – Cereal or Yogurt, Granola Bar, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Thursday, Oct. 3 – Whole Grain Baked Funnel Cake, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Friday, Oct. 4 – Bacon, Egg and Cheese Croissant, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Monday, Oct. 7 – Bagel Bar, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Tuesday, Oct. 8 – Whole Grain Pancakes, Breakfast Sausage Links, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Wednesday, Oct. 9 – Chocolate Chip Muffin or Apple Muffin, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Thursday, Oct. 10 – Pancake on a Stick with sausage inside, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Friday, Oct. 11 – No School – Superintendent’s Conference Day
Monday, Oct. 14– No School – Columbus Day
Tuesday, Oct. 15 – Cereal, Graham Crackers, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Wednesday, Oct. 16 – Pumpkin Bread or Banana Bread, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Thursday, Oct. 17 –Breakfast Pizza, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Friday, Oct. 18 – Egg Patty, Sausage Patty, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Monday, Oct. 21 – Bagel Bar, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Tuesday, Oct. 22 – Cheese Omelet, Bacon, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Wednesday, Oct. 23 – Pancake on a Stick with sausage inside, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Thursday, Oct. 24 – French Toast Tornado, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Friday, Oct. 25 – Yogurt, Granola, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Monday, Oct. 28 – Cereal, Muffin Top, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit, Juice, Milk
Tuesday, Oct. 29 – Belgian Waffles. Strawberries, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Wednesday, Oct. 30 – Banana Muffin or Corn Muffin, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Thursday, Oct. 31 – Whole Grain Baked Funnel Cake, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Friday, Nov. 1 – Breakfast Pizza, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Lunch
Tuesday, Oct. 1 – Chicken Tenders, Mashed Potatoes, Green Peas, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Wednesday, Oct. 2 – Bacon Cheeseburger, Sun Chips, Baked Beans, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Thursday, Oct. 3 – Spaghetti & Meatballs, Tossed Salad, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk, Cinnamon Pastry or Chocolate Pastry
Friday, Oct. 4 – Hot Dog on a Bun, Chili, Tossed Salad, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Monday, Oct. 7 – Chicken Nuggets, Dinner Roll, BBQ Beans, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Tuesday, Oct. 8 – Meatball Sub Sandwich, Smile Fries, Green Peas, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Wednesday, Oct. 9 – Turkey Club, Pretzel Fish, Baby Carrots w/dip, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Thursday, Oct. 10 – French Bread Pizza, Parmesan Pasta, Broccoli, Assorted, Fruit Choice, Milk
Friday, Oct. 11 – No School – Superintendent’s Conference Day
Monday, Oct. 14– No School – Columbus Day
Tuesday, Oct. 15 – Popcorn Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Corn, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Wednesday, Oct. 16 – Bacon Cheeseburger, Cheese Crackers, Mixed Vegetables, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Thursday, Oct. 17 – Corn Dog, Cheese Stick, Tossed Salad, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk, Cookie
Friday, Oct. 18 – Chicken Patty on a Bun, Garden Vegetable Rice, Carrots, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Monday, Oct. 21 – Warm Ham & Cheese Bagel, Chicken Noodle Soup, Green Beans, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Tuesday, Oct. 22 – Taco Salad, Fiesta Rice, Beans, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Wednesday, Oct. 23 – Chicken Tenders, Dinner Roll, Baby Carrots w/dip, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Thursday, Oct. 24 – Baked Ham, Dinner Rol, Mashed Potatoes, Green Peas, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Friday, Oct. 25 – Chicken Parmesan with Spaghetti, Broccoli, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk, Fudge Brownie
Monday, Oct. 28 – Breakfast for Lunch Day: French Toast Sticks, Bacon, Hash Brown Tots, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Tuesday, Oct. 29 – Pizza Crunchers with Marinara Dipping Sauce, Pretzels, Cooked Carrots, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Wednesday, Oct. 30 – Cheeseburger, Baked Beans, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk, Cookie
Thursday, Oct. 31 – Boneless Wings, Garlic Knots, Tossed Salad, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Friday, Nov. 1 – Assorted Subs, Soft Pretzel, Corn, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
High School
Breakfast
Tuesday, Oct. 1 – French Toast Sticks, Sausage Links, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Wednesday, Oct. 2 – Breakfast Burrito or Pancake on a Stick, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Thursday, Oct. 3 – Whole Grain Baked Funnel Cake, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Friday, Oct. 4 – Bacon, Egg and Cheese Breakfast Sandwich, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Monday, Oct. 7 – Bagel Bar, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Tuesday, Oct. 8 – Whole Grain Pancakes, Breakfast Sausage Links, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Wednesday, Oct. 9 – Chocolate and Cream Cheese Jumbo Muffin, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Thursday, Oct. 10 – Breakfast Pizza, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Friday, Oct. 11 – No School – Superintendent’s Conference Day
Monday, Oct. 14– No School – Columbus Day
Tuesday, Oct. 15 – Cheese Omelet, Bacon, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Wednesday, Oct. 16 – Breakfast Breads, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Thursday, Oct. 17 – French Toast Tornado or Spicy Salsa Tornado, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Friday, Oct. 18 – Sausage, Egg & Cheese Biscuit, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Monday, Oct. 21 – Bagel Bar, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Tuesday, Oct. 22 – Whole Grain Waffles, Breakfast Sausage Links, Assorted, Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Wednesday, Oct. 23 – Cereal, Muffin Top, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Thursday, Oct. 24 – Breakfast Pizza, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Friday, Oct. 25 – Bacon, Egg & Cheese Croissant, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Monday, Oct. 28 – Yogurt, Granola, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Tuesday, Oct. 29 – Cheese Omelet, Bacon, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Wednesday, Oct. 30 – Breakfast Burrito or Pancake on a Stick, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Thursday, Oct. 31 – Whole Grain Baked Funnel Cake, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Friday, Nov. 1 – Sausage, Egg & Cheese Sandwich, Assorted Fruit Choice, 100% Fruit Juice, Milk
Lunch
Tuesday, Oct. 1 – Baked Chicken Breast, Mashed Potatoes, Green Peas, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Wednesday, Oct. 2 – Bacon Cheeseburger, Assorted Chips, Baked Beans, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Thursday, Oct. 3 –Spaghetti & Meatballs, Tossed Salad, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk, Cinnamon Pastry or Chocolate Pastry
Friday, Oct. 4 – Hot Dog on a Bun, Chili, Tossed Salad, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Monday, Oct. 7 – Chicken Nuggets, Dinner Roll, BBQ Beans, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Tuesday, Oct. 8 – Meatball Sub Sandwich, Spicy Curly Fries, Green Peas, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Wednesday, Oct. 9 – Turkey Club, Assorted Chips, Baby Carrots w/dip, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Thursday, Oct. 10 – Turkey Club, Assorted Chips, Baby Carrots w/dip, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Friday, Oct. 11 – No School – Superintendent’s Conference Day
Monday, Oct. 14– No School – Columbus Day
Tuesday, Oct. 15 – Popcorn Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Corn, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Wednesday, Oct. 16 – Bacon Cheeseburger, Assorted Chips, Vegetable Soup, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Thursday, Oct. 17 – Soup, Salad, Breadstick Day: Broccoli Cheese Soup, Cheese Breadstick, Tossed Salad, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Friday, Oct. 18 – Chicken Patty on a Bun, Garden Vegetable Rice, Cooked Carrots, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Monday, Oct. 21 – Warm Ham & Cheese Bagel, Chicken Noodle Soup, Green Beans, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Tuesday, Oct. 22 – Taco Salad, Fiesta Rice, Beans, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Wednesday, Oct. 23 – Chicken Tenders, Dinner Roll, Baby Carrots w/dip, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Thursday, Oct. 24 – Baked Ham. Dinner Roll, Mashed Potatoes, Green Peas, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Friday, Oct. 25 – Chicken Parmesan with Spaghetti, Broccoli, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk, Fudge Brownie
Monday, Oct. 28 – Breakfast for Lunch Day: French Toast Sticks, Bacon, Hash Brown Tots, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Tuesday, Oct. 29 – Pizza Crunchers with Marinara Dipping Sauce, Pretzels, Cooked Carrots, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Wednesday, Oct. 30 – Cheeseburger, Baked Beans, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk, Cookie
Thursday, Oct. 31 – Chicken Wings, Garlic Knots, Tossed Salad, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk
Friday, Nov. 1 – Hot Dog on a Bun, French Fries, Corn, Assorted Fruit Choice, Milk