Students at each of Buchanan County’s four elementary-middle schools will again have opportunities to sample fresh fruits and vegetables during the 2026-27 school year.
The Buchanan County School Nutrition Department announced that all four schools will participate in the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program.
The program introduces children to a variety of fresh, high-quality fruits and vegetables while teaching them about nutritious foods and healthy eating. Students will be offered taste-testing opportunities on multiple days each week.
School nutrition officials said the program is intended to encourage healthy habits, support students’ well-being and introduce children to new foods and flavors. Fresh food can also help students stay focused and prepared to learn.
For more information, contact Rhonda Musick at 276-935-4551, ext. 243, or [email protected]. Additional information is available from the Virginia Department of Education’s Office of School and Community Nutrition Programs at 804-418-4735.
The Buchanan County School Nutrition Department is an equal opportunity provider.
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