State agencies that oversee federal school nutrition programs review a school district’s procurement procedures to ensure they are in compliance with regulations. The procurement review is intended to provide technical assistance to ensure school districts purchase goods and services using …
In 2016, the Commonwealth of Virginia, with the Department of Education (DOE) serving as lead agency, received an $8.8 million United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Child Hunger Demonstration grant, the largest in the nation. The purpose of this grant …
During the summer months, many schools, community centers, public libraries, and childcare providers offer free meals to children as part of the federally-funded Summer Food Service Program. Also known as the Summer Meals Program, the Summer Food Service Program provides …
