You can t educate a hungry child and that is why our program operates each school day. The prevention of transient hunger is one of our main goals. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and we are proud that breakfast is offered at all schools free to the student. Over 6,000 students receive a healthy breakfast each day at school. Food pays such a crucial role in how our students perform in all their classes.
Food even impacts standardized test scores.
Because kids who regularly eat balanced, nutritious meal learn better. It s that simple. Indian River County s School Meal program provides a community service that helps make educating kids easier and more effective. School District of Indian River County. All rights reserved.