Durham Public Schools Cafeteria Menu: What’s for Lunch May 11-15, 2026

Chicken sandwiches, burrito bowls, spaghetti, and pizza Friday headline this week’s free breakfast and lunch lineup across Durham Public Schools.

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Durham Public Schools Cafeteria Menu: What’s for Lunch May 11-15, 2026

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🍎 Durham Public Schools Cafeteria Menu: May 11-15, 2026

DPS cafeterias are serving up another full week of free breakfasts and lunches, with everything from chicken sandwiches and burrito bowls to spaghetti and pizza Friday favorites.

🍳 Breakfast Menu (K–12)

All breakfasts include low-fat or fat-free milk, fresh fruit, and 100% fruit juice.

DayEntréeSide
Monday, May 11Mini Pancakes (V)Chilled Peaches
Tuesday, May 12Yogurt Cup w/Granola (V) · Pre-K: Yogurt Cup (V)Applesauce
Wednesday, May 13Breakfast PizzaFruit Cup
Thursday, May 14Cinnamon Roll (V) · Pre-K: Blueberry Muffin (V)Strawberry Compote
Friday, May 15Chicken Sausage BiscuitHash Brown Rounds

🧒 Elementary School Lunch

DayEntrée OptionsSides
Monday, May 11Chicken Filet Sandwich or Cheese-Filled Breadsticks (V) w/MarinaraSavory Steamed Carrots; Steamed Corn; Spiced Apples
Tuesday, May 12Cheeseburger on Bun or Veggie Burger on Bun (V)Oven Potatoes; BBQ Baked Beans; Fruit Choice
Wednesday, May 13Corn Dog Nuggets or Hummus + Flatbread (V)Local Sweet Potato Fries; Baby Carrots w/Dip; Fresh Fruit
Thursday, May 14Beef Spaghetti w/Garlic Knot or Grilled Cheese Sandwich (V) or Crispy Chicken Salad w/RollGreen Beans; Local Seasoned Greens; Chilled Pears
Friday, May 15Assorted Pizza Options or Cheese Pizza (V)Cucumber Slices w/Dip; Tossed Salad w/Dressing; Peaches

👦🏽 Middle School Lunch

DayEntrée OptionsSidesMS To Go
Monday, May 11Chicken Filet Sandwich or Cheese-Filled Breadsticks (V) w/MarinaraSavory Steamed Carrots; Steamed Corn; Spiced Apples
Tuesday, May 12Cheeseburger on Bun or Veggie Burger on Bun (V)Oven Potatoes; BBQ Baked Beans; Fruit Choice
Wednesday, May 13Corn Dog Nuggets or Hummus + Flatbread (V)Local Sweet Potato Fries; Baby Carrots w/Dip; Fresh Fruit
Thursday, May 14Beef Spaghetti w/Garlic Knot or Grilled Cheese Sandwich (V)Green Beans; Local Seasoned Greens; Chilled PearsCrispy Chicken Salad w/Roll
Friday, May 15Assorted Pizza Options or Cheese Pizza (V)Cucumber Slices w/Dip; Tossed Salad w/Dressing; PeachesCrispy Chicken Salad w/Roll

🎓 High School Lunch

DayEntrée OptionsSides
Monday, May 11Regular or Spicy Chicken Sandwich or Cheese-Filled Breadsticks w/Marinara (V)Local Sweet Potato Fries; Steamed Corn; Spiced Apples
Tuesday, May 12Cheeseburger on Bun or Veggie Burger on Bun (V)Local Seasoned Greens; Savory Carrots; Fruit Choice
Wednesday, May 13Burrito Bowl or Deli Turkey SubBlack Beans; Mexicali Corn; Fresh Fruit
Thursday, May 14Chicken Chunks w/Roll or Deli Chef Salad w/RollLocal Butternut Squash; Green Beans; Chilled Pears
Friday, May 15Beef Hot Dog on Bun or Barbecue Flatbread (V)Cole Slaw; Oven Potatoes; Chilled Peaches

🏫 Good to Know

  • Monday meals are year-round schools only
  • Vegetarian options marked (V)
  • Menus may change based on availability
  • All student meals are free in DPS

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