WELCOME TO A CEP DISTRICT!
In other words....all kids eat breakfast and lunch
FREE of charge!!!
The Breathitt County School District currently participates in the following national foodservice programs:
National School Lunch Program - District-wide
School Breakfast Program - District-wide
Afterschool Snack Program - BHS via 21st Century Grant
Summer Feeding Program - Sites TBD
Fresh Fruit & Vegetable Program - HTS, MRC, SES
The Breathitt County School district and it’s foodservice employees are dedicated to providing nutritious and well – balanced meals to all students and faculty. We currently provide meals to approximately 1,870 P–12 students across the district. Our foodservice staff consists of 26 certified cook/bakers, 4 part-time custodians, and a Registered Dietitian.
USDA Non Discrimination Statement
In accordance with Federal Civil Rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Civil Rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity (including gender expression), sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, family/parental status, income derived from a public assistance program, political beliefs, or reprisal or retaliation for prior credible activity, in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA (not all bases apply to all programs). Remedies and complaint filing deadlines vary by program or incident.
Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.) should contact the responsible Agency or USDA's TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English.
To file a program discrimination complaint, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, AD-3027, found online at How to File a Program Discrimination Complaint and at any USDA office or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by: (1) mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; (2) fax: (202) 690-7442; or (3) email: program.intake@usda.gov.
USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender.
New Items & Announcements
Looking for Wellness Policy Committee Members!
We are looking for individuals that are interested in serving on the district wellness policy committee. This group will meet annually, possibly twice a year to develop and implement policies relative to the well being of the student of our district. The first meeting will be scheduled for late October/early November.
Breathitt County Board of Education Receives
USDA Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP) Grant!
Breathitt County Board of Education is pleased to announce three schools are recipients of the federal Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP) funded and regulated by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The FFVP provides all children in participating schools with a variety of free fresh fruits and vegetables throughout the school day. It is an effective and creative way of introducing fresh fruits and vegetables as healthy snack options. The FFVP also encourages community partnerships to support the schools when they offer free fruits and vegetables to children during the school day. The goal of the FFVP is to:
• create healthier school environments by providing healthier food choices
• expand the variety of fruits and vegetables children experience
• increase children’s fruit and vegetable consumption
• make a difference in children’s diets to impact their present and future health
School selection was based upon submitted applications from elementary schools that operate the National School Lunch Program and that have 50 percent or more of their students eligible for free/reduced-price meals. Priority was given to schools with the highest percentage of free and reduced-price eligible students. Kentucky received more than 3.2 million dollars in FFVP funding for the 2020 Federal Fiscal Year. Each participating school will receive funds to operate the program based on approximately $50 per student. The participating schools is listed below:
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Highland-Turner Elementary
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$11,450.00
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Sebastian Elementary School
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$26,150.00
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Marie Roberts-Caney Elementary School
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$14,850.00
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Updated Breakfast and Lunch Menus for 19-20 SY
Available Under Department Documents
BREATHITT COUNTY SCHOOLS
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Breathitt County Schools will be participating in the National School Lunch Program and the School Breakfast Program. As part of this program, Highland Turner Elementary School, Breathitt County High School, Marie Roberts – Caney Elementary School, and Sebastian Elementary School will offer healthy meals every school day at NO COST to the students due to the implementation of the Community Eligibility Provision for school year 2019-2020. Students will be able to participate in these meal programs without having to pay a fee or submit a household application.
For more information, you may call Tabitha Napier at 606-693-4915 or e-mail at Tabitha.Napier@Breathitt.kyschools.us.
In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA.
Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.) should contact the Agency (State or local) where they applied for benefits. Individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English.
To file a program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, AD-3027, found online at http://www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html, and at any USDA office, or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by: (1) mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; (2) fax: (202) 690-7442; or (3) email: program.intake@usda.gov.
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
SUMMER FEEDING 2019!!
Open Sites
Breathitt County Schools is participating in the Summer Food Service Program. Meals will be provided to all children without charge and are the same for all children regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability, and there will be no discrimination in the course of the meal service. There will be no feeding on July 4th. Meals will be provided, at a first come, first serve basis, at the sites and times as follows:
Breathitt County High School; 2307 Bobcat Lane, Jackson Ky. 41339
Dates of Service: M-F; June 3 – July 31, 2019
Breakfast - 8:00AM - 9:30AM, Lunch - 11:00AM -12:30PM
Highland Turner Elementary School; 10355 Hwy 30 West, Booneville Ky. 41314
Dates of Service: M-F; June 3 - July 31, 2019
Breakfast - 8:00AM - 9:30AM, Lunch - 11:00AM -12:30PM
Marie Roberts Caney Elementary School; 115 Red Skin Run, Lost Creek Ky. 41348
Dates of Service: M-F; June 3 – June 28, 2019
Breakfast - 8:00AM - 9:30AM, Lunch - 11:00AM -12:30PM
Douthitt Park; 100 North Point Avenue, Jackson Ky. 41339
Dates of Service, M-F; June 3 - July 31, 2019 Lunch – 12:30PM- 1:00PM
LBJ Elementary School; 90 LBJ Road, Jackson Ky. 41339
Dates of Service: M-F; June 10 – June 14, 2019
Breakfast – 9:00AM – 9:30AM, Lunch - 11:30 -12:00PM
Hampton Methodist Church; 15 Peggs Fork Road, Vancleve Ky. 41385
Dates of Service: Sun-Th; June 23 – June 27, 2019 Supper – 6:00PM- 6:30PM
Morris Fork Presbyterian Chapel; 908 Morris Fork Road; Booneville, Ky. 41314
Dates of Service; M-F; June 17 - 21, 2019 Lunch – 11:30AM -12:30PM
Public Forum
There will be a public forum open to everyone on January 22nd at the Breathitt County Board of Education board meeting at 5:00 at Breathitt High School. Any comments regarding the 2018-2019 Nutrition & Physical Activity Report Card are welcome. The report card is posted on the district website and can be found by clicking the department tab at the top of the page and scrolling down to food services/nutrition. The report card is posted as a link on the department page. Please contact Tabitha Napier RD, LD at 606-693-4915 with any questions.
Tabitha Michelle Napier
School Nutrition Director
Registered Dietitian
PO Box 750, 420 Court Street
Jackson, KY 41339
(606) 693-4915
Fax 606-666-9464
Tabitha.Napier@Breathitt.kyschools.us
2018-2019 Nutrition Report & Alliance for a Healthier Generation Healthy Schools Program District Report - Now Available under Department Documents!
UPDATED 2018-2019 UPDATED WELLNESS POLICY - NOW AVAILABLE UNDER DEPARTMENT Documents!
2018-2019 FRUIT & VEGETABLE GRANT
AWARDED TO BREATHITT COUNTY!
The Breathitt Co. Board of Education is pleased to announce Breathitt County Schools are recipients of the federal Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP) funded and regulated by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The FFVP provides all children in participating schools with a variety of free fresh fruits and vegetables throughout the school day. It is an effective and creative way of introducing fresh fruits and vegetables as healthy snack options. The FFVP also encourages community partnerships to support the schools when they offer free fruits and vegetables to children during the school day. The goal of the FFVP is to:
• create healthier school environments by providing healthier food choices
expand the variety of fruits and vegetables children experience
• increase children’s fruit and vegetable consumption
• make a difference in children’s diets to impact their present and future health
School selection was based upon submitted applications from elementary schools that operate the National School Lunch Program and that have 50 percent or more of their students eligible for free/reduced-price meals. Priority was given to schools with the highest percentage of free and reduced-price eligible students. Kentucky received more than 2.8 million dollars in FFVP funding for the 2019 Federal Fiscal Year. Each participating school will receive funds to operate the program based on approximately $50 per student. The participating schools is listed below. Please contact Tabitha Napier RD, LD and School Nutrition Director at 606-693-4915 with any questions.
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Highland-Turner Elementary
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$11,300.00
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LBJ Elementary
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$29,950.00
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Marie Roberts-Caney Elementary
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$14,650.00
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MealViewer Software
Breathitt County Schools and its foodservices department are pleased to announce the release of a nutritional software mobile application called MealViewer to our school community. This software will allow you to access breakfast and lunch menus for your children’s school up to 30 days in advance. Calories, fat, and carbohydrates will also be displayed for all menu items. The MealViewer application is also great for receiving school announcements and information about events happening at your school. The MealViewer mobile app is available for iPhone and Android smartphones and can be found at the following links below:
iPhones & iOS: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/mealviewer-to-go/id956629807
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.doubleuptech.mealviewer
The mobile app can also be found by searching for “MealViewer to Go” in the App store. You can search the database to find the school in your area.Please contact Tabitha Napier, Food Services Director at (606)693-4915 or Tabitha.Napier@Breathitt.kyschools.us if you have any questions about the software.