The Status of Child Nutrition Programs in Colorado.

This report provides descriptive and statistical data on the status of child nutrition programs in Colorado. The report contains descriptions of the National School Lunch Program, school breakfast programs, the Special Milk Program, the Summer Food Service Program, the Nutrition Education and Training Program, state dietary guidelines, Colorado NETPRO (Network for Professionals) food service training program, eligibility requirements for free and reduced price meals, food program revenue sources, and a summary of new meals initiatives. The bulk of the report consists of tables that present data on school nutrition program participation by school district, both alphabetically and by district size. These tables provide information on free and reduced price lunch program participation, the number of participating schools in each district, and the costs and prices of school lunches and breakfasts. (MDM)