Adel DeSoto Minburn Community School District

Use the following link to view ADM’s menus: View ADM Menus

ADM families are reminded that the Free and Reduced Meal Application opens annually on July 1. Please use the following directions to apply for Free and Reduced meals.

• Step 1: Access and login to the new portal: Link Connect Portal
• Step 2: Select “Meal Application” Tab
• Step 3: Follow instructions on the screen to complete the application

Other Resources:

• 2025-26 Public Release Regarding Free and Reduced Meals

What is LINQ?

The ADM Nutrition Department uses LINQ Connect for families. In this system families are able to:

• Apply for Free or Reduced Meals
• View School Menus
• Make Meal Payments
• Manage your students accounts

Create A Family Portal:

• Step 1: Access the new portal: LINQ Connect
• Step 2: Select “Register” in the top-right corner
• Step 3: Enter the requested information to create your account
  • Note: Once a parent has entered their information into the system, they will be asked to link their student to their account. In order to link to a student, you will need to enter the following information for each student in your family:
    • First Name: As registered with the school
    • Last Name: As registered with the school
    • Date of Birth (MM/DD/YYYY)
• Need Additional Support?
  • View Detailed Instruction
  • View Support Page
  • Contact Customer Support: support@linqconnect.com
  • Contact the ADM Nutrition Department at 515.993.3431

Access the Family Portal:

Access the ADM Nutrition Department Family Portal LINQ using one of the options below:

Visit LINQ Website

Download LINQ App (Android)

Download LINQ App (iOS)

Use the following links to access Food Service and Nutrition Department Forms.

Diet Modification Request Form

Refusal of Meal Benefits Form

2025-26 Breakfast Meal Prices

• Grades K-5: $2.75
• Grades 6-8: $2.75
• Grades 9-12: $2.75
• Reduced Priced Breakfast: $0.30
• Adult Breakfast: $3.00
• Milk: $0.50

2025-26 Lunch Meal Prices

• Grades K-5: $3.50
• Grades 6-8: $3.50
• Grades 9-12: $3.75
• Reduced Priced Lunch: $0.40
• Adult Priced Lunch: $5.00
• Milk: $0.50

Breakfast and lunch are available at every school in the district, and our meals meet or exceed the US Department of Agriculture nutrition standards, which require:

• half of the tray should be fruits and vegetables (1/2 cup servings of each)
• age-appropriate calorie servings
• a wide variety of vegetables
• fat-free unflavored or flavored 1% milk
• foods rich in whole grains
• limited sodium

You can learn more about encouraging your child to eat healthier foods at the US Department of Agriculture’s MyPlate website.

USDA Nondiscrimination Statement (2-15-23)

In accordance with federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is prohibited from
discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity.
 

Program information may be made available in languages other than English. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication to obtain program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language), should contact the responsible state or local agency that administers the program or USDA’s TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339.

To file a program discrimination complaint, a Complainant should complete a Form AD-3027, USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form which can be obtained online at: https://www.usda.gov/sites/default/files/documents/ad-3027.pdf, from any USDA office, by calling (866) 632-9992, or by writing a letter addressed to USDA.

The letter must contain the complainant’s name, address, telephone number, and a written description of the alleged discriminatory action in sufficient detail to inform the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights (ASCR) about the nature and date of an alleged civil rights violation. The completed AD-3027 form or letter must be submitted to USDA by:

• Mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; or
• Fax: (833) 256-1665 or (202) 690-7442; or
• Email: Program.Intake@usda.gov

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Iowa Nondiscrimination Statement

It is the policy of this CNP provider not to discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or religion in its programs, activities, or employment practices as required by the Iowa Code 216.6, 216.7, and 216.9. If you have questions or grievances related to compliance with this policy by this CNP Provider, contact the Iowa Civil Rights Commission, 6200 Park Ave, Suite 100, Des Moines, IA 50321; phone number 515-281-4121 or 800-457-4416; website: https://icrc.iowa.gov/.

Civil Rights Procedures

Use the following link to view ADM’s civil rights procedures.

Civil Rights Procedures

Did you know that you can order treats to be delivered to your student’s classroom for classroom celebrations such as student birthdays?

What to Know:

• Orders must be placed 7 days prior to the delivery date.
• Orders can be paid for using funds in a student lunch account or by making payment directly to the nutrition department.

How to Order:

• Please use the following link to order treats: ADM Nutrition Department Treat Order Form

Questions:

• For questions, contact ADM Food Service and Nutrition Department Director, Billie Veach, by phone at (515) 993-3431, or email at billie.veach@admschools.org.

What Can Be Ordered?

• Sprinkled Frosted Sugar Cookies | $1.50 Each | Contains: Wheat, Egg, Milk, Soy
• Fudge Brownies | | $1.50 Each | Contains: Wheat, Egg, Milk, Soy
• Chocolate Chip Cookie | $1.50 Each | Contains: Wheat, Egg, Milk, Soy
• Skinny Popcorn (Individually wrapped) | $1.50 Each | No artificial Ingredients
• Ice Cream Cone - Birthday Cake | $1.50 Each | Contains: Milk, Wheat, Soy
• Fresh Apple Slices | $1.00 Each
• Gluten Free & Dairy Free Snickerdoodle Cookie | $1.50 Each | Contains: Egg, Soy
• Gluten Free & Dairy Free Chocolate Chip Cookie | $1.50 Each | Contains: Egg, Soy
• Carton Milk (1% white milk or Chocolate Skim) | $0.50 Each | Contains: Milk

Please Note: All items are Peanut and Nut Free

Wellness Information: 
The Adel DeSoto Minburn Board of Education is committed to the optimal development of every student. The board believes for students to have the opportunity to achieve personal, academic, developmental, and social success. There needs to be a positive, safe, and health-promoting learning environment at every level, in every setting.

The school district provides a comprehensive learning environment for developing and practicing lifelong wellness behaviors. The entire school environment, not just the classroom, shall be aligned with healthy school district goals to positively influence a student’s understanding, beliefs and habits as they relate to good nutrition and regular physical activity. In accordance with law and this belief, the board commits to the following:

The school district will identify at least one goal in each of the following areas:

• Nutrition Education and Promotion: Schools will provide nutrition education and engage in nutrition promotion that helps students develop lifelong healthy eating behaviors.
• Physical Activity: Schools will provide students with age and grade appropriate opportunities to engage in physical activity that meet the Iowa Healthy Kids Act.
• Other School Based Activities that Promote Wellness: As appropriate, schools will support students, staff, and parents’ efforts to maintain a healthy lifestyle

ADM Wellness Policy Information:

• Wellness Policy 507.09
• Wellness Policy Triennial Assessment 2024

ADM Wellness Committee:

Our district’s Wellness Committee is a dedicated group of staff and community members committed to promoting the well-being of students, families, and staff across the district. Led by Billie Veach and Cara Trudeau, the committee works to implement initiatives that support mental, physical, and emotional health.

The committee members include Andrea Pudenz, Kacie Whipps, Anthony Lohse, JoLynn Blair, Liz Anderson, Matt Lohmann, Chris Rupe, and Danielle Craig.

Together, they collaborate on wellness programs, events, and resources to foster a healthy and supportive environment for everyone in the district.

If you’re interested in joining the committee and helping make a positive impact on wellness in our community, please reach out to Billie Veach at 515.478.1350 or via email at billie.veach@admschools.org.