Posted by Jennifer Holton or Tanya Arja on 5/26/2023 2:22:00 PM
For Immediate Release
Contact: Tanya Arja or Jennifer Holton
Hillsborough County Public Schools
Office of Communications
813-272-4060
Tampa, Fl. (May 26, 2023) – Hillsborough County Public Schools understands the importance of ensuring our students have access to nutritious meals while on summer break. Starting at the end of May and continuing through July 27, students will have several opportunities to receive free meals as Hillsborough County Public Schools hosts its annual “Summer Food Service Program for Children.”
The program offers students breakfast and lunch for free at schools that provide summer school programs. All children, 18 years and younger, can arrive at an open school Monday through Thursday – the breakfast and lunch mealtimes will be posted on the front office window. The child does not have to be enrolled in summer school to take advantage of the free meals. Depending on the program, the start dates will vary from Tuesday, May 30 to Monday, June 12 and run through Thursday, July 27.
In addition, the district is also using refrigerated trucks to deliver box meals to community sites with summer programs. This includes YMCA programs and parks and recreation sites. To find summer meals near you, you can visit Summer breakspot or text “Food” or “Comida” to 304-304.
“We know that many of our students rely on their schools for access to nutritious breakfast and lunch during the school year, and that need does not go away during the summer months,” said Superintendent Addison Davis. “I want to thank our dedicated Student Nutrition Services team who will feed thousands of children over the next few months. It is our hope that these well-balanced meals will nourish young learners during their summer vacation and give families peace of mind.”
Interviews with our General Manager of Student Nutrition Services can be made available on Wednesday, May 31, in which media can get video of staff prepping meals and loading refrigerated buses for their morning shows or can meet up with Student Nutrition Staff at a school site. Please contact Jennifer Holton or Tanya Arja to set up a time.