VALDOSTA — The Quality of Life Association celebrates black history month with a narrated living timeline showcasing many famous Black history figures of yesterday and today. The fundraising event titled, “All Shades Art Exhibit and…
DPH recognizes National Nutrition Month
Release: Personalizing Your Plate Important for Overall Nutrition National Nutrition Month recognized in March Developing a healthful eating pattern is not a one-size-fits all endeavor. The key is tailoring your favorite foods to meet your…
DFCS devotes $11.9 Million to families in need…
Release: Georgia provides supplemental funding to feed vulnerable families FEBRUARY 19, 2021 ATLANTA – The Georgia Division of Family and Children Services (DFCS) is pleased to announce the distribution of $11.9 million in supplemental Temporary…
VCS free meals program extended
Release: Effective immediately, Valdosta City Schools' School Nutrition Program will continue serving free meals to all virtual students as well as those students learning on our campuses under the extended eligibility of the Seamless Summer…
All Lowndes students eligible for free meals
Release: The Lowndes County School Nutrition Program will begin serving free meals to all enrolled students on September 15, 2020, based on the extended eligibility of the Seamless Summer Option, which expires on December 31,…
USDA announces final ‘2020 Dietary Guidelines Advisory’ report
Release: Scientific report and public comments will in form upcoming Dietary Guidelines for Americans WASHINGTON, July 15, 2020 – The U.S Department of Agriculture (USDA) today posted the 2020 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee’s final scientific report, an objective review of the latest available…
Georgia wins USDA state and regional School Nutrition…
Valdosta City Schools Press Release: Georgia – both the Georgia Department of Education and local school districts – is receiving recognition from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) for its school nutrition program. On May…
Nutrition Screening Now Needed for Entry into Georgia…
VALDOSTA, GA - When entering a Georgia school for the first time, parents will need to ensure their child receives a nutrition screening when getting their ear, eye and dental check. This became a new…