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Footscray City
The Lunchbox menu is full of yummy wholesome choices catering to all children’s tastes and needs.
Lunchbox Laughs
When do you go at red and stop at green?
When you're eating watermelon!
Reminders for the week: 22 - 26 April
Please remember that this coming Thursday, 25 April is ANZAC Day and therefore there will be no school and no Lunchbox service that day.
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Welcome to Term 2, 2024!
We hope you had fun in the holidays. What did you do?
We were having fun in the kitchen and are pleased to announce an addition to the menu...Lunchbox Taquitos.
We can't wait to see them being devoured by hungry little students on Taquito Thursdays!
Happy Easter!
Yay it's the Easter holidays and we're excited because that means... chocolate galore!!
We love eggs and bunnies too, but why not try this super easy idea for something different? Melt some chocolate, pour onto some baking paper and add whatever toppings you fancy. Here are some of our favourites.
300g of chocolate will serve approximately 8 people (or maybe fewer if there are any chocolate monsters in your family).
Our Lunchbox top tip - add a tablespoon of coconut oil to your chocolate before melting it to ensure a smooth, silky, shiny finish.
Enjoy!
Congratulations to all the preppies!
You've just completed your first term at school!
And a huge thank you to our Lunch Monitors.
Collecting the lunches and returning the baskets is a big responsibility and you did a brilliant job.
We couldn't do it without your help.
We can't wait to see you all next term. Happy Holidays!
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Reminders for the week: 18 - 22 March
This coming Friday, 22 March will be our last day of service for the term. We can't wait to see you all again in Term 2. Thanks for a fantastic start to the school year!
This coming Thursday, March 21 is Harmony Day, a celebration of Australian multiculturalism in all its glorious diversity. You can find out more about Harmony Day here.
A Taste of Harmony focuses on food as a way of bringing people together to share, discover and learn about each other’s cultural heritage. You can find some delicious recipes from diverse cultures to try out at home here. Maybe you'll find a new family favourite!
We will be serving orange frozen juice cups to honour the special day. Yum!
Reminders for the week: 4-8 March
Friday 8 March - Grade 6 students are off on their swimming program this week.
Unfortunately the timing of it means they can't access our lunch service that day.
Lunchbox Goodness Me!
It's a beautiful hot and sunny week! Make sure to order one of our very popular Frozen Cups to help your little ones keep cool.
Did you know that our 215ml cups contain only 2 teaspoons of sugar?
Compare that with Zooper Doopers which only contain 70ml and have 2.5 teaspoons of sugar. That’s TWICE as much sugar and the plastic tube is not bio degradable.
Reminders for the week: 26 February - 1 March
Grades 5C and 5D are off on their M.A.R.S excursion this Thursday, February 29. Unfortunately the timing of it means your little astronauts can't access our lunch service that day.
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Lunchbox Goodness Me!
Not mentioning any names, but did you know that one popular brand of berry pouch yoghurt contains 2 ½ teaspoons of sugar per 130g serve?
Meanwhile our yummy Lunchbox yoghurt & granola pots contain only 2 teaspoons of sugar per 215g serve.
That’s more food with less sugar-we love teaching kids to eat well!
Reminders for the week: 19-23 February
It's smoothie weather this week!!
Our smoothies are healthy & delicious-gluten free, dairy free & served in a biodegradable cup. What's not to love?!
The very popular Jojo features a mash up of fresh strawberries, mangoes, peach & banana. The Jojo will add some fun to your day.
Meanwhile Lucy Liu is a berry explosion with raspberries, blueberries, banana and acai.
Did you know acai (ah-sigh-EE) berries are a grape-like fruit native to the rainforests of South America? They contain antioxidants that help boost your heart's health and improve memory. Perfect for school days!
And the Paisley has mango, banana, passionfruit & pineapple. Close your eyes and this will take you out of the classroom and straight to the beach.
Remember, your straw will be located in the classroom basket. Bring your straw back to the canteen to collect your smoothie.
Enjoy these refreshing drinks this week!
Lunchbox Laughs
What fruit likes to go down slides?
A ki-wheee!
Welcome to a new school year!
We hope you've had a wonderful summer break and are all ready for another exciting school year! We can't wait to get back into the kitchen and help lighten your load a little by providing your children with fresh and delicious lunches.
Our first day of service will be next Wednesday, 7 February. Please make sure you have updated your child/ren's 2024 classroom before you place an order. Simply go to your MunchMonitor account and go to:
- Profile
- Edit (on the student account you wish to change)
- School details
- Then click on the drop box to find your child's classroom:
If you need to open a new account, please follow the instructions below, making sure to use the correct school ID and password:
See you next week!
Last day of Lunchbox lunches for 2023: Friday 15 December
It is almost the end of another action-packed school year! Our last lunch service for the year is this coming Friday, December 15.
We wish you all a very happy holiday season and a joyful 2024!
We love being part of your school and providing your children with yummy goodness to power them through the school day. Thank you so much for having The Lunchbox as part of your fabulous FCPS community and we look forward to seeing your children's smiling faces again in Term 1, 2024.
Grade 6 students and families departing school, farewell and all the best! Closing your Munchmonitor account is super easy.
Email admin@munchmonitor.com
Your account will be closed with a full refund going back onto your credit card.
Reminders for the week: 11-15 December
Prep A, Prep C & Grade 1C are off on their swimming program this week. We can't bear the thought of them missing out on a delicious lunch order, so we will adjust our service time for them to 11.10am. That means they can head to the pool all fuelled up and ready to go!
Wednesday 13 December - Grades 3/4 A & E are also swimming but unfortunately the timing of it means they can't access our lunch service that day. The good news is that they can order our lunches on Thursday 14 & Friday 15.
Thursday 14 December - Grade 6 students will be attending their graduation picnic so they will not be able to access our lunch service that day.
We hope they enjoy the picnic (and the weather is warm and dry!)
Friday 15 will be our last day of service for the year so make sure you order then!
Lunchbox Table Talk
What is your favourite food?
Have you ever tried to make it at home? Maybe you can give it a go in the holidays!
Reminders for the week: 4 - 8 December
Thursday 7 December - Grade 2 have their camp experience so they won't be able to access our lunch service that day.
Grade 6 students and families departing school, closing your Munchmonitor account is super easy.
Email admin@munchmonitor.com
Your account will be closed with a full refund going back onto your credit card.
Lunchbox Fun Food Facts
Did you know? A single spaghetti noodle is a spaghetto!
Lunchbox Laughs
Why did the banana go to the doctor?
Because it wasn't peeling well!
Grade 6 end of year information
Congratulations grade 6 students! You are very close to completing your primary school years. The Lunchbox wishes you the best of luck for your new exciting chapter.
Grade 6 students and families departing school, closing your Munchmonitor account is super easy.
Email admin@munchmonitor.com
Your account will be closed with a full refund going back onto your credit card.
Give A Fork initiative
'Give A Fork' is The Lunchbox's plant-based food supplier. It is a sustainable, not for profit organisation based in Melbourne. They currently supply our plant-based nuggets & burgers.
Have you tried them for lunch yet? They are delicious and are good for the planet! You can find further information here.
In an exciting collaboration, The Lunchbox & Give a Fork have created a 4 week tasting menu, giving students the opportunity to taste plant-based food free of charge. The 4 week program features plant-based popcorn chicken, nuggets, burgers and bolognese.
If you are interested in your child's school rolling out this program, please let The Lunchbox know.
Lunchbox Table Talk
What's the yummiest thing you've ever eaten? What's the worst? What's the strangest?!
Reminders for the week: 13-17 November
Friday 17 November - Grade 5A are off on an exciting STEM excursion to The Huddle at North Melbourne Football Club. Lucky them! But it does mean that they won't be able to access our lunch service that day.
Lunchbox Fun Food Facts
Did you know? Lemons float but limes sink!
The sun has arrived along with our fresh summer menu
Sushi, Fried rice, Edamame beans & Fresh fruit smoothies make delicious & healthy lunch options.
See you Wednesday, 4 October
