Beyond the Stereotypes:  Facts about School Lunches  The reality of school nutrition programs is too often ignored in favor of a ratings boost based on stereotypes and biased information. School lunches today follow federal nutrition guidelines and serve more fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains and low fat dairy than ever before. On a very tight budget, school nutrition professionals are preparing and serving balanced, nutritious meals in an age appropriate portion size that provide needed nutrients and promote a healthy childhood weight. The facts are clear when it comes to meals served through the National School Lunch Program: school meals are nutritious and an important part of addressing the childhood obesity epidemic.  What do "School Meals" consist of...?