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Associated PressAURORA — Aurora 4-year-old Natalee Pearson came home disappointed, with untouched Oreos and a note from her teacher. KMGH-TV in Denver reports (http://bit.ly/1P6770A) that the preschooler told her mom Friday that she wasn't allowed to eat the cookies in her lunchbox. She brought a note telling parents to pack nutritious lunch that includes a fruit, vegetable and healthy snack. Natalee's mother, Leeza Pearson, says she doesn't agree with the Children's Academy decision. She says Natalie also had a sandwich and cheese and that the school took things over the top. A spokeswoman with Aurora Public Schools says they gave Natalee a healthy alternative to the cookies.