Dairy in Schools
The Dairy Council of Florida partners with Florida school nutrition services to provide equipment and resources that focus on increasing meal participation and dairy consumption. Our goal is to develop a specialized plan to pair innovative opportunities with your current school district's meal needs. We encourage you to explore the variety of opportunities we have listed below.
To schedule a consultation for your district, please email grants@milkmeansmore.org.
Moolah for Schools Grant
Discover grant-supported equipment* opportunities that help schools modernize meal service, increase student participation and highlight dairy in creative, student-friendly ways. From Smart Swaps to breakfast expansion, smoothies and afterschool fueling, these resources provide practical solutions for today’s school nutrition programs.
*The Dairy Council of Florida will order and purchase all items if district is approved for funding, no funds will be exchanged.Smart Swaps
Get ahead of updated school nutrition standards by adding kid-approved recipes to your menu that are lower in added sugar, higher in protein and built around familiar favorites. Schools may qualify for culinary training for school nutrition staff and equipment needed to help prepare and serve new recipes.
More Info & Equipment Options Resources
Better with Breakfast
Expand breakfast service through alternative models like the classroom, hallway or second chance breakfast while promoting dairy foods. Support participation with sustainable equipment that helps schools serve appealing, convenient, grab-and-go morning meals.
More Info & Equipment Options Resources "How To" Grab and Go Case Study Breakfast Ideas
Smooth Shake Resources
Looking for a new and exciting way to serve dairy in your school's cafeteria? Check out these resources on how to make a "Smooth Shake", a concept created by Orange County Public Schools, by blending frozen yogurt, frozen berries, milk and syrup into a 16 oz cup for your students. This creative way to serve will get your kids excited for breakfast!
“How To” Smooth Shake Video Recipe
Smoothie Vibes
To start or expand dairy-based smoothie offerings as part of your reimbursable meals and/or ala carte sales, check out our available resources including our large batch smoothie recipe.
More Info & Equipment “How To” Smoothie Videos Recipe USDA Smoothie Guide Smoothie FAQs
Moo Brew
Offer high school students a new beverage option with iced lattes or bubble tea that provides an 8-ounce serving of milk with added flavorings that meet USDA guidelines.
More Info & Equpiment Options “How To” Coffee Bar Video Iced Lattes Recipe & Materials Bubble Tea Recipe & Materials
Milk Coolers
Enhance the school milk experience with milk coolers that keep milk cold, fresh and easy for students to access throughout meal service.
More Info & Equipment Options Strive for 35 “How To” Retail Cooler
Fuel Up with Dairy Friday Promotion
Through the Fuel Up with Dairy Friday promotion, you can leverage your existing equipment, including breakfast carts, to create an exciting promotion for students to select new and innovative dairy options. The goal is to have these dairy items become part of the regular menu at your district's schools and see an increase in dairy consumption.
School Recipes
Bringing innovations and nutritious recipes to meet your school meal needs.