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Durham Public Schools Cafeteria Menu: What’s for Lunch Oct. 26-30, 2026

Turkey nachos, chicken Parmesan sandwiches, Asian noodle bowls, and pizza close out October in DPS cafeterias. Here’s what’s cooking Oct. 26-30.

Wes Platt

Wes Platt

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Durham Public Schools Cafeteria Menu: What’s for Lunch Oct. 26-30, 2026
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🍎 Durham Public Schools Cafeteria Menu: Oct. 26-30

Durham Public Schools cafeterias close out October with a full week of breakfast and lunch options. Student breakfast and lunch are free.

K-8 Breakfast

Day Entrée Fruit or side
Monday Fruited bread slice (V) Chilled peaches
Tuesday Chicken croissant Applesauce
Wednesday Blueberry Belgian waffle (V) Fruit cup
Thursday Breakfast muffin (V) Mixed fruit
Friday Crispy chicken biscuit Hash brown rounds

Breakfast includes low-fat or fat-free milk, fresh fruit, and 100% fruit juice. Whole-grain cereal and cereal bars are available as daily alternatives.

High School Breakfast

Day Entrée Fruit or side
Monday Breakfast pizza Chilled peaches
Tuesday Croissant sandwich Hash brown rounds
Wednesday Whole-grain bakery item (V) Fruit cup
Thursday Scrambled egg entrée Mixed fruit
Friday Biscuit sandwich Hash brown rounds

Breakfast includes low-fat or fat-free milk, fresh fruit, and 100% fruit juice. Daily alternatives include whole-grain cereal, cereal bars, doughnuts, Pop-Tarts, muffins, and Wowbutter sandwiches. Fruit and yogurt parfaits with granola are available Tuesday through Thursday.

Elementary School Lunch

Day Entrées Sides
Monday Turkey nachos with cheese or fiesta bean nachos (V) Refried beans, Mexicali corn, and spiced apples
Tuesday Breaded chicken drumstick with a roll or yogurt snack pack (V) Mashed potatoes, green beans, and fruit cobbler
Wednesday Chicken nuggets with a roll or lasagna roll-up (V) with a roll Oven potatoes, local seasoned greens, and fresh fruit
Thursday Asian chicken noodle bowl, Asian vegetable noodle bowl (V), or deli chef salad with a roll Steamed broccoli, local butternut squash, and chilled pears
Friday Assorted pizza options or cheese pizza (V) Baby carrots with dip, tossed salad with dressing, and peaches

Lunch includes low-fat or fat-free milk and fresh fruit. Wowbutter and jelly sandwiches are available daily.

Middle School Lunch

Day Entrées Sides
Monday Turkey nachos with cheese or fiesta bean nachos (V) Refried beans, Mexicali corn, and spiced apples
Tuesday Barbecued chicken with a roll or yogurt snack pack (V) Mashed potatoes, green beans, and fruit cobbler
Wednesday Chicken nuggets with a roll or lasagna roll-up (V) with a roll Oven potatoes, local seasoned greens, and fresh fruit
Thursday Asian chicken noodle bowl, Asian vegetable noodle bowl (V), or deli chef salad with a roll Steamed broccoli, local butternut squash, and chilled pears
Friday Assorted pizza options, cheese pizza (V), or deli chef salad with a roll Baby carrots with dip, tossed salad with dressing, and peaches

Lunch includes low-fat or fat-free milk, fresh fruit, and 100% fruit juice. Assorted pizza and Wowbutter and jelly sandwiches are available daily.

High School Lunch

Day Entrées Sides
Monday Chicken Parmesan sandwich or cheese-filled pizza sticks with marinara (V) Sweet potato fries, steamed corn, and spiced apples
Tuesday Cheeseburger or veggie burger (V) on a bun Oven potatoes, barbecue baked beans, and fruit choice
Wednesday Build-your-own Asian noodle bowl or protein pack (V) Steamed broccoli, glazed carrots, and fresh fruit
Thursday Chicken or cheese quesadilla (V), or deli chef salad with a roll Cherry tomatoes with dip, green beans, and chilled pears
Friday Beef hot dog on a bun or chicken Philly sandwich Coleslaw, oven potatoes, and peaches

Lunch includes low-fat or fat-free milk, fresh fruit, and 100% fruit juice. Assorted pizza and Wowbutter and jelly sandwiches are available daily.

Meal Prices and Menu Notes

  • Breakfast and lunch are free for all DPS students.
  • Adult breakfast costs $2.50.
  • Adult lunch costs $4.50.
  • Milk costs 50 cents when purchased separately.
  • (V) indicates a meatless option.
  • Menus may change without notice because of product availability.

Food Allergy Information

Families should contact their school’s cafeteria manager about food allergies or unique dietary needs. Durham Public Schools Nutrition Services can also be reached at 919-560-2370.

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