Hot Lunch Program
We cook for kids because children learn better on a full stomach.
Courtenay Elementary Hot Lunch Program
The lunch program runs every day and is available to all students and staff of Courtenay Elementary. All you have to do is login to MunchaLunch and order for specific days. If you prefer paper, you can pick up a form from the school lobby or kitchen, or you can download and print out your order at the bottom of the page and drop it off at school.
The cost of living is hitting everyone hard and we want to help with affordability by offering nourishing and fun lunches on a cost-recovery basis. If finances are tight, please pay what you can. We’ll make sure your child(ren) receives lunch. We will not turn away a hungry child.
We understand that that your child(ren) might not eat the lunch they are served. We’ve noticed a lot of food waste on certain days. This is a result of several factors: being picky, not liking the lunch, using utensils, being distracted by friends, or not having enough time to eat. We don’t want kids to go hungry if they can’t or won’t eat their lunch, but we also don’t have the capacity to provide alternatives. Talk with your child about the lunch options. If you think the lunch you ordered might be a challenge for your child(ren), please be sure to pack extra snacks in their backpacks.
We’ve also noticed a trend in kids dumping their lunches for the lunch being served in the kitchen. They come to us and say that they forgot their lunch when in fact they have one. Please let your child that they should eat their lunch from home first and then check out the snack bowl if they feel they need a little more to eat. And, if that’s not enough, then we’ll top up their tummies.
The population of Courtenay El has increased a bit, and the Challenge class is also enthusiastically participating. As such, we’ve received more inquiries about vegetarian meals. You will have the option for ordering the regular lunch or a vegetarian lunch as shown in the image below.
Be sure to click the desired lunch!
Welcome to June Only one month to go until the end of the school year! Lots of events and field trips are happening, so be sure to order accordingly! June 15 is Beach Day for the school. There is no lunch service on this day! Please pack lots of snacks and a lunch for your child for this day.
Ordering online with MunchaLunch has become easier and more accessible! They have implemented a pay-what-you-can ordering system. Just order your lunches as usual and enter the amount you are able to pay at the checkout. Please scroll the images below for the screens you will see.
Spring rolls
A choice of vegetarian or chicken spring rolls.
Allergens: Egg, soy, sesame.
Photo is for illustrative purposes and side dishes may vary depending on the time of year.
Chicken caesar wrap
A chicken Caesar wrap in a soft tortilla.
Allergens: Egg, dairy, wheat.
Photo is for illustrative purposes and side dishes may vary depending on the time of year.
Tortellini Alfredo
Tortellini: Rainbow tortellini filled with cheese in an alfredo sauce.
Allergens: Egg, dairy.
Photo is for illustrative purposes and side dishes may vary depending on the time of year.
pulled pork sandwich
It was a hit the first time! Pulled pork in a BBQ sauce served on a brioche bun.
Allergens: Egg, wheat.
Photo is for illustrative purposes and side dishes may vary depending on the time of year.
Pasta in a tomato sauce
Pasta in a meatless tomato sauce.
Allergens: Tomatoes, wheat, dairy.
Photo is for illustrative purposes and side dishes may vary depending on the time of year.
Japanese chicken curry
Allergens: Egg, dairy, soy.
Photo is for illustrative purposes and side dishes may vary depending on the time of year. Japanese chicken curry is shown on the left.
chili with bun
Beef chili with a fresh bun!
Allergens: Tomato, dairy.
Perogies
A classic Ukrainian potato dumpling.
Allergens: Wheat, eggs.
Photo is for illustrative purposes and side dishes may vary depending on the time of year.
chicken stir fry
Chicken stir fry with egg noodles. Lots of vegetables and lots of noodles!
Allergens: Egg, sesame.
Creamy chicken stew
Allergens: Egg, dairy.
Photo is for illustrative purposes and side dishes may vary depending on the time of year.
Ms. Masako's muffins
Allergens: Egg, dairy.
Photo is for illustrative purposes and side dishes may vary depending on the time of year.
lasagna soup
It’s lasagna deconstructed into a hearty soup! Great for chilly weather!
special salmon lunch
It is what it is! A salmon patty with a savoury sauce in celebration of National Indigenous Peoples Day.
Allergens: Egg, dairy, wheat soy.
Photo is for illustrative purposes and side dishes may vary depending on the time of year.
Curry pilaf
Allergens: Tomatoes. Contains pork.
Photo is for illustrative purposes and side dishes may vary depending on the time of year.
korean bbq beef with rice
Bulgogi seasoned beef served with rice.
Allergens: Beef, sesame.
Photo is for illustrative purposes and side dishes may vary depending on the time of year.
Penne Alfredo
Chicken penne in an alfredo sauce.
Allergens: Egg, dairy.
Photo is for illustrative purposes and side dishes may vary depending on the time of year.
Butter Chicken curry
An Indian classic. Chicken in a rich butter and tomato sauce, served with Jasmine rice.
Allergens: Tomatoes, dairy
Photo is for illustrative purposes and side dishes may vary depending on the time of year.
How to Order
Log in to or register at Munchalunch.
More information
For more information, please read this news article.
Order Form
In an effort to conserve paper, the school has decided it will not be sending home a form with each child. If you wish to order with the paper form, you can pick one up in the school lobby. Please return this form at least 2 days in advance so that we may prepare enough lunches.
Make cheques payable to Courtenay Elementary Community School Society.
You can also pay by e-transfer. Send e-transfers to contact@cecss.org and leave a note in the comment section so that we may identify your order.
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