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Nutritious Summer Meals for Children

Provo City School District Summer Child Nutrition Program will begin on June 4, 2012.  The Summer Child Nutrition Program ensures that low-income children continue to grow and learn during the summer.
The Summer Child Nutrition Program, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, is the largest federal resource available for local programs that combine mealtime with recreational and educational activities. 
Provo City School District, Superintendent Gentry, and the Child Nutrition Program recognize the need for nutritious meals during the summer.  Our summer meals program is a building block in the community for healthy, happy children who are ready to learn.  Children 18 years and younger may participate in this program and eat breakfast and lunch for free.  The meal must be eaten in the school cafeteria.  Parents may purchase a meal.   Adult meal prices:  $2.00 for breakfast and $3.00 for lunch. Menu may change due to availability of product.
The Summer Child Nutrition Program for children is a federally funded program operated nationally by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and administered by a State Agency.  Summer Programs are located at approved sites that are in low-income areas, or serve a group of children most of whom are low income.  Following is a list of schools and the dates and times they will be serving.  Each school except Timpanogos Elementary will serve Monday through Thursday.  Timpanogos Elementary will serve Monday through Friday.
Timpanogos Elementary School.  449 N. 500 W.  Provo, Utah.  June 4th – July 13th.  Closed July 4th.  Breakfast:  8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.  Lunch:  11:00 a.m. to Noon.  This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
Franklin Elementary School.  355 S. 700 W.  Provo, Utah.  June 4th – July 26th.  Closed July 4th and July 24th.  Breakfast:  8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.  Lunch:  11 a.m. to Noon.  This institution is an equal opportunity provider. 
Provo Peaks Elementary School:  665 East Center Street.  Provo, Utah.  June 4th – July 26th.  Closed July 4th and July 24th.  Breakfast:  8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.  Lunch:  11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.  This institution is an equal opportunity provider. 
Spring Creek Elementary School:  1740 South Nevada Ave.  Provo, Utah.  June 4th – June 28th. 
Breakfast:  8:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.  Lunch:  11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.  This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
Transport Open Site (limited amount of meals available)
Independence High School.  636 N. Independence Way.  Provo, Utah.  June 4th  – June 28th .  NO BREAKFAST.  Lunch:  11:30 a.m. to Noon.  This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
Our Summer Child Nutrition Program is a wonderful opportunity for children to enjoy amazing meals during the summer months! Fruits and veggies are served every day! Watch for an occasional surprise activity in the lunch room!  We look forward to serving children in our Summer Meals Program!!!  

Provo's Child Nutrition Program Named Best of State for the Third Consecutive Year

The Provo School District Child Nutrition Program was chosen to receive the 2012 Best of State Award for being the top education support personnel group in Utah for the third consecutive year. This statewide award is given to outstanding businesses, programs, groups, or individuals. More than one hundred judges scrutinized the nominations for the Best of State Award. The judges sought out individuals, businesses and organizations that excel in their endeavors, use innovative approaches, and make Utah a better place to live.

Jon M. Huntsman Jr., former Governor of Utah said, "Best of State recognizes those who are excelling and surpassing all else and who are the best of the best in their respective fields."

The Child Nutrition Program is thrilled and honored to win the Best of State award for the third consecutive year. They are constantly trying to enhance the already nutrition and healthy meals served in Provo's Schools, and to continue their yearly themed activities to increase the activity of the students. Studies show that children are better able to learn after eating a nutritious meal, and this dedicated Nutrition team is happy to do their part in helping each student receive an excellent education. Provo School District is extremely proud of the Child Nutrition Program as they strive to continue to promote healthy lifestyles that will have life-long benefits.

This year's "Movin" It" theme has been a big hit so far with the students!  We would like to thank the Child Nutrition Program Professionals, Administrators, and Teachers who have helped to make these days so memorable to the students of Provo City School District. Please enjoy the video below as our Child Nutition Department was featured in this national School Nutrition Association, "Tray Talk" video. We know that delicious and nutritious, prepared from scratch menus, and increased activity of our students go hand in hand to make a healthier generation!

See photos of Chef Regis and Chef Wendy, along with some of their creations, and many other menu items including photos of our new "Oatmeal Sundae" Bar...view them all on the "District Slide Show" below. . 

We serve healthy lunches everyday...starting with fresh fruits and vegetables galore! These include fresh grapes, melons, apples, oranges, tangerines, grapefruit, pears, pummelo, star fruit, blackberries, blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, mango, persimmons, pineapple, pomegranates, bananas, kiwi, kiwi berries, tomatoes, baked sweet potatoes, asparagus, carrots, broccoli, cauliflower, jicama, hummus, brussel sprouts, variety of squash, variety of peppers, cucumbers and many, many more)!  100% whole wheat rolls, and Quinoa!  Healthy food choices of all kinds!

Watch for new entrees on the menu this year! 

Nutritious meals with less sodium, increased fiber, lots and lots of fresh fruits and vegetables served.  We will also feature entrees from Chefs throughout the country. Click the image to the right to meet some of the chefs that are making a difference for our children in Provo City Schools!

This year we were able to bring in 19 new bikes, one for each Provo City school.  On September 2nd each Child Nutrition Program had a new bike give-away.  One lucky student eating school lunch won a new bike!  This was the first of many fun and active days in the lunchroom during the school year!  The ‘Move Your Body’ dance being taught along with many other activities encouraging a healthy lifestyle!

From our Child Nutrition Director....

We're tackling a new school year with energy and excitement!  Let’s jump into it and enjoy every minute.  Watch our web site and Facebook page to keep up with the wonderful happenings in our Child Nutrition Program!

“Nourishing Your Child’s Future!”
PCSD Child Nutrition

Jenilee McComb
Child Nutrition Director
Provo City School District
801-374-4867
jenileem@provo.edu

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