Core Points - The Guangdong Provincial Education Department has issued a public notice soliciting opinions on the "Guidelines for Accompanying Meals in School Canteens" [1] - The guidelines aim to establish a centralized meal accompaniment system in schools and kindergartens, detailing the frequency, format, and personnel requirements for accompanying meals [1][2] Group 1: Accompanying Meal System - Schools and kindergartens are required to implement a centralized meal accompaniment system during normal school hours, excluding weekends, holidays, and vacations [1] - Higher education institutions must have mid-level management personnel accompany meals daily, with at least two canteens implementing this system each day, and each canteen must have a minimum of 20 accompanying meal sessions per semester [1][2] Group 2: Parental Involvement - For primary and secondary schools and kindergartens, a parental accompaniment system will be promoted, with parents being recommended from the campus dietary supervision committee [2] - At least one parental accompaniment session must be organized monthly, with a minimum of two parents participating each time, and a semesterly meeting to discuss food safety and nutrition issues raised by parents [2] Group 3: Responsibilities and Evaluation - School leaders are required to accompany meals at least once a month, with the principal expected to participate in the first meal of the school year, and a minimum of four accompanying sessions per semester [2] - Accompanying personnel must queue with students, pay the same price for meals, and evaluate the food's appearance, taste, and quality while monitoring food safety [2][3] Group 4: Documentation and Emergency Response - The guidelines also specify requirements for meal accompaniment records and protocols for responding to sudden situations after meals [3]