This study explored the implementation of the Centrally Procured School Food Program (CPSFP)—a free, universal, volunteer-led snack program for elementary school children. To assess participants’ perceptions and experiences with the CPSFP, interviews were conducted in school-level participants (n = 33) using a semi-structured interview guide. Fifteen on-site visits also were conducted at each school to observe implementation practices. Quantitative data were obtained through a general information form where participants provided school characteristics and weekly logbooks where they described program operations and food quality. Most participants expressed positive perceptions of the CPSFP, identifying it as a valuable program for their students. Successful program implementation was associated with an appreciation for the CPSFP and the participation of the school community. Challenges to program implementation included concerns with the volume and types of food provided, issues with classroom food delivery and distribution and communication challenges. Suggestions for improvement included building capacities and enhancing student engagement in the program. Participants provided an in-depth assessment of the implementation of the CPSFP. The lessons learned and suggestions provided may help not only enhance the reach, feasibility and fidelity of the CPSFP, but inform the best practices for similar programs.

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加拿大安大略省中央采购学校食品计划 (CPSFP) 的过程评估：学校层面的观点

本研究探讨了中央采购学校食品计划 (CPSFP) 的实施情况——这是一项免费、普遍、由志愿者主导的小学生零食计划。为了评估参与者对 CPSFP 的看法和体验，我们使用半结构化访谈指南对学校级别的参与者 (n = 33) 进行了访谈。还在每所学校进行了 15 次实地考察，以观察实施实践。定量数据是通过一般信息表获得的，参与者提供学校特征和每周日志，其中描述了项目运作和食品质量。大多数参与者对 CPSFP 表达了积极的看法，认为它对他们的学生来说是一个有价值的项目。成功的计划实施与对 CPSFP 的赞赏和学校社区的参与有关。计划实施面临的挑战包括对所提供食物的数量和类型的担忧、课堂食物交付和分配的问题以及沟通挑战。改进建议包括能力建设和提高学生对项目的参与度。参与者对 CPSFP 的实施进行了深入评估。所提供的经验教训和建议不仅可以帮助提高 CPSFP 的覆盖面、可行性和保真度，还可以为类似计划提供最佳实践。课堂食物交付和分配以及沟通挑战的问题。改进建议包括能力建设和提高学生对项目的参与度。参与者对 CPSFP 的实施进行了深入评估。所提供的经验教训和建议不仅可以帮助提高 CPSFP 的覆盖面、可行性和保真度，还可以为类似计划提供最佳实践。课堂食物交付和分配以及沟通挑战的问题。改进建议包括能力建设和提高学生对项目的参与度。参与者对 CPSFP 的实施进行了深入评估。所提供的经验教训和建议不仅可以帮助提高 CPSFP 的覆盖面、可行性和保真度，还可以为类似计划提供最佳实践。