Henderson County Meals on the Bus program rolls to a park near you this summer

Henderson County Meals on the Bus program rolls to a park near you this summer

Henderson County Public Schools to Serve Summer Meals

Henderson County Public Schools will continue serving the health and wellness of students over the summer months through the Summer Food Service Program. From June 3 through July 26, the HCPS Child Nutrition Department will operate four open sites, consisting of stops along two Meals on the Bus routes. New this year are the park locations, ensuring children can comfortably enjoy meals on-site.

Schedules and Locations

Each stop features picnic tables and outdoor space. Lunch meals will be available to children ages 2-18 at no cost to families Monday-Friday at various locations.

Route 1:

Weekdays June 3-July 26, Jackson Park Shelter 4 11-11:45 a.m. and East Flat Rock Park noon-12:45 p.m.

Route 2:

Weekdays June 3-July 26, Edneyville Community Center 11-11:45 a.m. and Dana Community Park noon-12:45 p.m.

Summer Food Service Program Details

HCPS’ Child Nutrition Department annually participates in the USDA-funded Summer Food Service Program, providing meals at no cost to children at closed and open meal sites.

Open Sites and Federal Regulations

All HCPS schools are considered closed sites. Open sites along the Meals on the Bus routes are open to any child aged 2-18 for lunch meals during the designated times June 3-July 26.

Operational Information

Federal laws and food safety standards determine the length of the Meals on the Bus stops, planned by the Child Nutrition Department. Contact the HCPS Child Nutrition Department for more information.

Holiday Closure

Sites will be closed on Thursday, July 4, in observance of the Independence Day holiday.