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Free Food This Summer For Area's Youth As Feeding Program Announced

    Spring Creek Charter - School Nutrition Services has announced the launch of its Summer Breakspot program, providing free meals to all students 18 years of age and younger throughout the summer months. In partnership with local community centers, churches, and summer kids' programs such as the Boys and Girls Club of Central Florida, Scouts of America (Camp la-no-che), and the Central Florida Karate Studios, the program aims to ensure that every child has access to nutrient-dense meals, supporting their health and well-being during the break.
   With rising grocery costs affecting families across the country, Spring Creek Charter recognizes the importance of food security—especially during the summer when school meals are unavailable. To meet this need, the school will be distributing full 7-day meal kits that include breakfast and lunch for an entire week.
   The summer food program will run from Tuesday, June 3, 2025 through July 31, utilizing a Spring Creek school bus for the mobile delivery service. Families can find the school at several convenient locations across the community:
- Tuesdays:
•Shockley Hills Club Community Center (20325 Blue Wing Road, Altoona) – 9 - 10 a.m.
•Altoona Charter School (42630 FL-19, Altoona) – 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
- Wednesdays:
•Paisley Baptist Church (25145 Fishermans Road, Paisley) – 8 - 9 a.m.
•Northeast Lake Community Center (31039 Lake Mack Road, Deland) – 10 - 11:30 a.m.
- Thursdays:
•Astor Library (54905 Alco Road, Astor) – 12 - 1:00 p.m.
   Families are encouraged to look for road signs displaying "Summer Breakspot," the school bus, and a tent at each location. To create a welcoming and fun environment, there will also be kid-friendly music playing—so come and pick up some free meals to take home and enjoy.
   For more information, please contact Spring Creek Charter - School Nutrition Services at: 352-669-3275.