From: Rebecca Thomas
Communications Coordinator Autauga County Schools
Autauga County Schools is participating in the USDA Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) this summer! This federally funded, state-administered program provides free meals to children ages 1-18. Children do not have to live in the district nor attend Autauga County Schools to participate; however, all families must pre-register each week to receive meals.
Meals will be distributed in bulk and will include commonly enjoyed breakfast and lunch items. Families are asked to designate a space in their vehicle for food items before arriving at the distribution site. Each event includes approximately 10 days of breakfast and lunch items, along with fresh fruit, vegetables, and milk.
To make pickup faster and more convenient, only one registration per family is required for each distribution date. Families will receive one QR code for all registered children. The QR code is required for meal pickup, so please save it in an easily accessible location. Taking a screenshot or photo of the code is recommended for quicker service. Once registration reaches capacity, additional registrations will be placed on a waiting list. If openings become available, families on the waiting list will be notified by email. Waitlisted or non-registered participants may visit either distribution site during the final 15-20 minutes of the distribution window and may receive meals if inventory remains available. Families in this category should bring a mobile device to complete registration using a specialized QR code available onsite. Non-registered participants will be asked to park in a designated waiting area until all pre-registered families have been served.
“We are thrilled to support our community through this free summer feeding program,” said Audra Segers, CNP Director. “No child should go hungry, especially during the summer months when school meals are not available. We’re proud to do our part in making sure every child has access to the nutrition they need to thrive.”
Pre-registered participants can choose to pick up at Marbury High School (2360 U.S. Highway 31 North 36022) or Prattville High School (1315 Upper Kingston Road 36067) from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. on the following dates: May 28, June 5, June 8, June 18, July 9, July 20, and July 30.
For more information, contact Autauga County Schools’ Child Nutrition Program at [email protected].
