Dear Parents and Guardians,
We are pleased to announce that the Garretson School District has been approved to provide free lunch and breakfast to all children aged 0-18 in the District through the month of December 2020. The State of SD recently approved a waiver that opens a stream of Federal funding intended to ensure that all children have access to nutritious food during the COVID-19 pandemic. Our program has been approved to begin on October 1, and will continue through December 31, 2020.
The program is available for all children aged 0-18, even if they do not attend school, or if the family has opted for distance learning, they are still eligible for the program. Meals can be picked up between 10:00 AM and 10:30 AM for those not in attendance at school. A delivery option is also available for those who need it. If your children do not physically attend school, but you would like to participate in the program, please call the school office to ensure that we have prepared enough meals to meet the demand. The program will provide one breakfast and lunch for each child. Students who wish to purchase a la carte items or additional entrees will need to have money in their account to pay for those items. As always, if you have questions, please call our office and we will be happy to explain the program.
Sincerely, Guy C. Johnson, Superintendent
