Sarasota Classical Preparatory Academy Partners with Elior School Dining for Scratch-Made Meals

Sarasota, FL, August 7, 2026 - Sarasota Classical Preparatory Academy, a brand-new tuition-free public charter school in Florida opening in the fall, is proud to partner with Elior School Dining for fresh and nutritious dining experiences.   Well known for its reputation for serving scratch-made meals with high-quality and fresh ingredients, Elior is the trusted dining partner for over 250 charter schools across the country.

“Our historic and longstanding partnership with Charter Schools USA reflects the trust, collaboration and shared commitment that have enabled us to grow together and support new school openings across the country,” said Todd Hickman, Senior Vice President of Operations for Elior School Dining. 

Sarasota Classical Preparatory Academy is the latest example of that continued growth, building on a previously awarded agreement that anticipated future school expansions.   “As a trusted dining partner, Elior works closely with school leaders to customize programs that meet the unique needs of each campus. From planning efficient cafeteria operations during new school construction to creating innovative dining experiences, Elior brings the expertise, fresh perspective and culinary excellence needed to deliver healthy and from scratch meals that support student success,” said Lisa Zuver, School Nutrition Operations Manager, CSUSA.

A robust promotional portfolio will also engage students including So Good, a unique program that highlights seasonal produce monthly; BeWell, Elior’s health and wellness platform, that offers additional healthier options and nutrition education to students at each grade level; and Global Bites, featuring authentic recipes from around the world!  

Schools are supported by District Manager Vista Fletcher, Regional Chef Christian Schultz and Menu Coordinator Sarah Firnsin.