Bejjani ‘25 & Mesopotanese ‘26 Receive Grand Prizes in Pomptonian’s Healthy School Lunch Challenge
Ella Mesopotanese (grade 11) and Alex Bejjani (grade 12) were selected as finalists among over 100 applicants in Pomptonian’s 6th Annual Healthy School Lunch Challenge. This initiative emphasizes the importance of nutrition and using the cafeteria as an extension of the classroom. We are incredibly proud that Alex was crowned the Super Grand Prize Winner for his Lebanese Beef and Tomato Zucchini Boats paired with Quinoa and Apple Salad, while Ella received a Grand Prize for her Chicken and Cheese Quesadilla with Tomato-Apple Salsa and Tomato-Mexican Rice, both dishes featuring local apples and tomatoes. Their success was celebrated in an adjudicated cook-off challenge, where they collaborated with master chefs and toured Driscoll Foods. In addition to cash prizes, they received professional kitchen tools, and their award-winning recipes will be featured as lunch specials in our schools. Check out this video of Alex and Ella in the 6th Annual Healthy School Lunch Challenge Cook-Off!