School lunches in the 1980s were frequently a mix of classic favorites and unique creations that elicited strong reactions from students. Some meals became decade-long staples, while others were quickly dismissed as dreaded parts of the school day.
From squeaky chalkboards to Trapper Keepers’ early cousins, these were the everyday tools of every ’70s student’s school life.
Classroom rules in the ’70s were so strict and outdated that they’d probably get a school sued today.
From mystery meat to mashed potatoes, these ’70s school lunches were either a dream or a total lunchtime nightmare.
These 18 schoolyard trends from the ’90s were so fun (or chaotic) that schools had no choice but to ban them.
School lunches used to be a wild mix of mystery meat, canned vegetables, and pure nostalgia—none of which would survive today’s health standards.