WAC 110-301-0190. Parent or guardian provided food and written food plans

(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: (a) Special feeding needs; (b) Special diets; (c) Religious or cultural preferences; (d) Family preferences; or (e) Other needs. (2) A school-age provider may allow or require parents or guardians to bring food for their child. (3) If a parent or guardian provides meals for their child, a school-age provider must: (a) Notify the parent or guardian in writing of the USDA CACFP requirements for each meal; and (b) Supplement a child's meal that does not satisfy USDA CACFP requirements if necessary. (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: (a) Store purchased fruits and vegetables (uncut); (b) Foods prepackaged in the original manufacturer containers; or (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.