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.”

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 June 6, 2022, was informed of two additional sited for the Summer Food Service Program. According to Amanda Kimble Director of Child Nutrition, in addition to the program operating at A.I. Boreman, Sistersville Elementary Schools, and Tyler Consolidated, the Sistersville Park and the McCormick Greene Community Center will also be operating with help from the Tyler County FRN. Meals will be served at these two new sites Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from June 13, 2022 through July 22, 2022, Only lunch will be served at these sites. Sistersville Park will serve from NOON ­ 12:45 PM. McCormick Greene Community Center will serve from 1:00pm -1:30pm. This Program will not operate on June 20th (WV DAY) and July 4th (Independence Day).

A nutritious meal is important for children to learn, play and remain active during the summer months. Remember, Hunger Doesnát Take a Summer Vacation!

For more information about the Summer Food Service Program, Please call Amanda Kimble at (304) 758-8645.