(1) The nutritional needs of youths shall be met per dietary requirements consistent with the current American Dietary Guidelines.
    (2) A twenty-eight day menu cycle shall be implemented and shall be reviewed and approved annually by a licensed dietician.
    (a) A minimum of two hot meals shall be served daily.
    (b) No more than fourteen hours shall pass between the dinner and breakfast meals.
    (c) A nutritious evening snack shall be provided.
    (d) Special dietary needs of youths due to health or religious reasons shall be met when verified by medical or religious authorities.
    (3) Use of required meals and snacks in the facility’s behavior management system is prohibited. The trading or giving of food between youths is also prohibited.
    (4) The Superintendent or designee shall ensure compliance with all applicable guidelines and required policies and procedures related to the operation within the detention facility of the USDA National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs.
Rulemaking Authority 985.601(9)(b) FS. Law Implemented 985.601(9)(b)6., 8. FS. History-New 8-9-15.