Off-Campus Meal Program
The Off Campus Meal Program (OCMP) provides families with meals that they can prepare easily at home for their children 18 and under that are not already fed that day by another program.
Families who are 100% distance learners ("Otter") or not in school yet may receive a week's worth of breakfasts and lunches. 9-12 grades get two days of meals weekly plus 5 of each meal for anyone 18 and under not attending school.
Families who are having difficulty meeting our pick up times can have a family member, neighbor or friend pick up on their behalf. We just need them to show us a note with your name (as registered) and " ________ is permitted to pick up meals on my behalf", and your signature. It is useful for that person to know if you are Otter or 9-12.
SCHOOL MEALS AT HOME OPTIONS:
You must put your email in the box that asks you for your email address. We cannot contact you any other way.
DURING THE 20-21 SCHOOL YEAR, If you have children 18 and under who are 100% distance (Otter), Grades 9-12, Home Schooled, IQ Academy, not enrolled or enrolled in another district who has modified school days but you live in Fergus and want to receive FREE meals (pickup typically Wednesdays except during holiday weeks)...CLICK HERE
You will be contacted via email confirming your request, when your pick up date starts and any other information we need to share at that time.
Please watch your email including SPAM folder for conformation and additional regular communication from us regarding these meal options.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Off-Campus Meal Program cost?
Bulk meals are available for all children 18 and under. Meal availability includes:
Any family with children 18 and under not enrolled in Fergus Falls Public Schools for 5 days worth of meals per child.
Any of the 100% learner group or Otter for 5 days worth of meals per child.
Any of the A/B or Maroon/Gold Learners for 3 days of meals per child.
Are hot items included in the Off-Campus Meal Program?
Meals provided may have some items that will require heating.
Hot Dogs may be boiled for 8 minutes, baked at 350 degrees for 15-20 minutes or steamed or microwaved per steamer instruction. Reach internal temperature of 160 degrees.
Chicken Nuggets are 12-15 minutes at 400 degrees. Reach internal temperature of 160 degrees.
Beef Patty is 12-15 minutes at 400 degrees. The smiles are 15-20 minutes at 400 degrees. Reach internal temperature of 160 degrees.
Cheese stuffed breadsticks are 12-16 minutes at 350 degrees. Reach internal temperature of 160 degrees.
Mac and cheese can be microwaved per the device's instructions or baked at 350 degrees for 20 minutes. Reach internal temperature of 160 degrees.
Corn dogs are 12-17 minutes at 350 degrees. Reach internal temperature of 160 degrees.
Burritos are 18-24 minutes at 350 degrees. Wrap in foil. Reach internal temperature of 160 degrees.
Pulled pork can be microwaved according to the device's instructions. Reach internal temperature of 160 degrees.
Pizza is 15-20 minutes at 400 degrees. Reach internal temperature of 160 degrees.
Chicken Patty is 14-18 minutes at 400 degrees. Reach internal temperature of 160 degrees.
Mini Waffles and Pancakes have heating instructions on the bag.
FOOD SAFETY:
Heating times are approximate. Different equipment will produce different results.
Do not heat or cook in the containers the food comes in.
Buy a calibrated bimetallic thermometer. Not just for this, but for all food. Great cooks check their temps! Options on the link below:
https://www.webstaurantstore.com/56251/probe-thermometers-pocket-thermometers.html
Always make sure frozen food is stored in the freezer, refrigerated foods in the fridge with dry products in a cool, dark dry location.
Foods provided but not eaten for the meal intended should be consumed within 30 days or the expiration date.
Serve cold foods cold 40 degrees or less and hot foods hot, 160 degrees.
Be sure to clean and sanitize all surfaces before and after. Wash your hands often and between handling different groups of food.
Send preparation questions to askthechef@fergusotters.org
Where, and when, is meal pick-up?
You will receive a confirmation of your first pick up which will be is available typically Wednesdays from 8:15-9:30, and again from 3:30-4:45. Holidays can cause changes to pick up days and registered families will be notified via email.
Meal pick-up occurs at the KSS receiving dock loop by Door P, just off Friberg Avenue.
When you arrive, we will ask for your learning group which is Otter, Maroon, Gold or Mixed. We will bring the food to your vehicle. You should be prepared to have open/open the trunk/hatch as we cannot reach in the vehicles. It helps to make room for us to place the food.
Any parent/guardian/caretaker can pick up meals without children accompanying them.
OCMP Meals are not available at this time for random pick up. The family must submit the form to participate.