Tyler County Schools is working to make sure that no children in Tyler County go hungry when school is closed this summer. The Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) ensures that children continue to grow and learn during the summer. The Summer Food Service Program, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, is the largest federal resource available for local programs that combine meal time with recreational and educational activities. Tyler County Schools recognizes the need for the program in Tyler County. “Many of our children, who rely on school breakfast and lunch during the school year, do not have the same opportunity during the summer. That’s where we come in, by providing nutritious meals and activities to keep kids nourished and engaged.” Amanda Kimble, Director of Food Services for Tyler County, believes “Our responsibility to kids doesn’t end when school lets out. Kids who get enough to eat and have safe activities to participate in during the summer are less likely to get into trouble. Our summer meals program is a building block in the community for healthy, happy kids who are ready to learn.” The Summer Food Service Program for children is a federally funded program operated nationally by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and administered by a State Agency. Eligible sponsors such as non-profit organizations, schools and local governments serve nutritious meals and snacks free during the summer months. The Tyler County Board of Education, in their regular meeting held on May 2, 2022, was informed of the Summer Food Service Program.

According to Amanda Kimble Director of Child Nutrition, the Program will operate at the following locations: A.I. Boreman Elementary School 51 Boreman School Road Middlebourne, WV 26149 Sistersville Elementary School 651 Sistersville Elementary School Road Sistersville, WV 26175 Tyler Consolidated Middle/ High School 1993 Silver Knight Drive Sistersville, WV 26175 Meals will be served at both Elementary Schools. Monday through Thursday June 6, 2022 through June 30,2022 with Breakfast from 8-9 am and Lunch from 11 am to 12:30pm. SFSP will not operate on June 20th to celebrate WV Day.

Meals will be served at TCMS/HS Monday through Friday June 6, 2022 through July 29, 2022. Breakfast from 8-9 am and Lunch from 11am-1:00pm. SFSP will not operate on June 20th (WV Day) and July 4th for Independence Day. A nutritious meal is important for children to learn, play and remain active during the summer months. Remember, hunger doesn’t take a summer vacation! For more information about the Summer Food Service Program, please call Amanda Kimble at (304) 758-8645.