The program ensures our families have additional food over the weekend

Our students often face food insecurities and hunger, especially on the weekends.  The Weekend Backpack Meals Program provided by Upward Thrive Academy has stepped in to provide our students and their families with sufficient and healthy food when school is not in session. This not only supports our families in need but also eases their financial burden in the face of rising food costs. The program ensures our families have additional food over the weekend, when the students do not have access to school breakfast and lunch programs. It also enables students to prepare their meals, if necessary, further enhancing its practical benefits.  I appreciate Upward Thrive for their dedication and support.  The services they provide to those in need throughout our county and our school is commendable.  The resources their program supplied to our students and their families this year truly has made a difference and has helped endure the challenges of food insecurities.  Thank you Upward Thrive.