1. (1) A written food plan must be developed by the provider and a child's parent or guardian, signed by all parties, and followed when accommodating a child's:

   1. (a) Special feeding needs;
   2. (b) Special diets;
   3. (c) Religious or cultural preferences;
   4. (d) Family preferences; or
   5. (e) Other needs.
2. (2) A school-age provider may allow or require parents or guardians to bring food for their child.

3. (3) If a parent or guardian provides meals for their child, a school-age provider must:

   1. (a) Notify the parent or guardian in writing of the USDA CACFP requirements for each meal; and
   2. (b) Supplement a child's meal that does not satisfy USDA CACFP requirements if necessary.

4. (4) On special occasions, such as birthdays, a school-age provider may allow parents or guardians to bring in snacks that may not satisfy the nutritional requirements for all children. The snacks provided must be limited to:

   1. (a) Store purchased fruits and vegetables (uncut);
   2. (b) Foods prepackaged in the original manufacturer containers; or
   3. (c) Snacks prepared, cooked, or baked at home by parents or guardians of a child in care. Prior to serving, a school-age provider must receive written permission from each child's parent or guardian stating their child may consume food prepared, cooked, or baked by another child's parent or guardian.

[Statutory Authority: RCW 43.216.055 and 43.216.065. WSR 21-10-035, § 110-301-0190, filed 4/27/21, effective 6/1/21.]