Twin Rivers USD Nutrition Services

☀️📚 Twin Rivers Summer Series 2026 🍎

Join us this summer for learning, wellness, and community engagement activities at our SLAM and Sports Academy sites! Families can participate in parent workshops, connect with valuable community resources, and enjoy Student Farmers Markets featuring fresh fruits and vegetables.

Parents and Caregivers Can Learn About:
✅ School enrollment and navigation support
✅ Aeries and school communication tools
✅ Mental health and wellness resources
✅ Food assistance, community resources, and SUN Bucks
✅ CalKIDS college savings accounts
✅ Building connections with Twin Rivers families

Summer Series Schedule

🍎 Student Farmers Markets
⏰ 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

• June 17 – Westside Elementary
• June 18 – Hillsdale Elementary
• June 23 – Allison Elementary
• June 24 – Smythe Elementary
• June 30 – Babcock Elementary
• July 1 – Regency Park Elementary
• July 7 – Castori Elementary
• July 8 – Madison Elementary
• July 9 – CCAA Elementary

⚽ World Cup Watch Party & Student Farmers Market
⏰ Farmers Market: 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
⏰ Watch Party: 12:00 p.m.

• July 14 – Rio Tierra Junior High
• July 15 – Northlake School

We look forward to connecting with families, sharing resources, and helping students stay healthy and engaged all summer long! 💚

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🍎📚 Summer Academy: Learning Continues! ☀️

At Twin Rivers Nutrition Services, learning doesn't stop when school is out! This week, our Team Leaders and Assistant Team Leaders participated in a ServSafe Food Safety Certification class led by our District Dietitian, Lisa Vorce.

The training focused on essential food safety practices, including proper food handling, preventing cross-contamination, temperature control, sanitation, and creating safe kitchen environments. By strengthening these skills, our leaders are better equipped to ensure the safe, high-quality meals our students depend on every day.

Continuous learning helps us grow as professionals and strengthens our commitment to serving students with excellence. When our staff invests in learning, everyone benefits!

💚🍽️ Learning continues today so we can serve better tomorrow.

☀️🍎 Summer Academy: Learning Today, Serving Better Tomorrow! 🍎☀️

While our students are enjoying their summer break, the Twin Rivers Nutrition Services Department is investing in our greatest resource our dedicated Nutrition staff and Team Leaders. Through our Summer Academy, we provide professional development and hands-on training designed to sharpen skills, enhance knowledge, and strengthen our commitment to serving nutritious, high-quality meals to our students.

Yesterday, we had the privilege of learning from Chef Melanie, who led an engaging hands on class focused on the importance of following standardized recipes, using exact measurements, and understanding how even small changes can affect the taste, texture, quality, and consistency of food. Participants explored the science behind cooking and experienced firsthand why precision matters in creating meals that students can enjoy and rely on every day.

But Summer Academy is about more than recipes it’s about continuous learning, teamwork, food safety, culinary excellence, and a shared passion for nourishing our school community. By investing in our staff, we ensure that when students return to school, they receive meals prepared with knowledge, care, and excellence.

At Twin Rivers Nutrition Services, we believe that learning never stops, because every lesson we gain helps us better serve our students. 💚🍽️

🌞🍎 SUN Bucks 2026 is Here! 🍎🌞

Good news, families! The SUN Bucks 2026 program is now available to help eligible families purchase groceries during the summer months when school is out. Qualified children may receive a SUN Bucks card loaded with food benefits to help keep healthy meals on the table all summer long.

✅ The Universal Benefits Application (UBA) is now available online and has been translated into multiple languages to make the application process easier for all families.

You DO NOT need to complete a Universal Benefits Application if:
✔️ Your child received SUN Bucks through automatic eligibility last year and continues to qualify.
✔️ Your family receives CalFresh, CalWORKs, or qualifying Medi-Cal benefits.
✔️ Your child is automatically eligible through direct certification or categorical eligibility.

📢 Families who are not automatically eligible may still qualify based on household income and are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

📝 Important Reminder:
Paper applications are NOT available at school sites. All Universal Benefits Applications must be completed online at:
👉 https://twinrivers.rocketscanapps.com/

Summer can be a challenging time for many families when school meals are unavailable. SUN Bucks can help bridge the gap by providing additional support for groceries and nutritious meals for children throughout the summer.

If you think your family may qualify, don't wait apply today and make sure your child receives the benefits available to them!

SunBucks and Universal Benefits If your household has received SNAP benefits (CalFresh) between July 1, 2025 and today, your child should automatically be enrolled in the 2026 Summer EBT (SUN Bucks) program. You likely will not need to submit a 2026 Summer EBT application. If your household is not currently enrolled in SNAP benefi...

☀️🍎 Summer School Is Here! Free Meals for Kids All Summer Long! 🍎☀️

Twin Rivers Nutrition Services is proud to offer FREE summer meals to all children and teens 18 years of age and younger!

🥣 Breakfast and Lunch Available
✅ No sign-up required
✅ No cost to families
✅ Open to all children ages 18 and under

We are committed to helping students stay nourished, healthy, and ready to learn throughout the summer months. Whether your child is attending summer school or simply needs a nutritious meal, we are here to help!

📋 Check out the menu below to see what's being served and help your family plan ahead. Knowing what's on the menu can make it easier for students and families to take advantage of these healthy, delicious meal options.

📍 Looking for a participating meal site?
Visit our website at twinriversusd.org/nutrition to view a complete list of schools and locations serving free summer meals, along with meal service dates and times.

📱 Be sure to follow our page for the latest updates, menu information, program announcements, and important reminders throughout the summer.

Together, we're making sure every child has access to nutritious meals while school is out. We look forward to serving our community this summer!

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🌟 Yesterday, Twin Rivers Nutrition Services was proud to participate in the Meet SMUD Community Event at the District Office! 🌟

It was a wonderful opportunity to connect with families and community members while learning about SMUD's energy-saving programs, clean energy vision, and residential assistance resources designed to help households reduce costs and build a more sustainable future.

Our Nutrition Services team was excited to support the event by hosting a mini farmers market experience, where families had the opportunity to explore and receive fresh fruits and vegetables. We also provided refreshing healthy snacks, including fresh sliced watermelon, helping attendees stay cool and energized throughout the day.

Events like these highlight the power of community partnerships in promoting health, wellness, sustainability, and access to valuable resources. We enjoyed meeting so many families, sharing nutrition education, and encouraging healthy eating habits through fresh, seasonal produce.

A big thank you to everyone who attended for making this event such a success. We look forward to continuing to serve our community and supporting opportunities that bring education, wellness, and resources together for local families.

🍉🍎🥕🌱 SMUD

🎉☀️ Happy Last Day of School! ☀️🎉

As we close out the 2025–2026 school year, we want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to our incredible Nutrition Services team, our students, families, and school staff for another amazing year.

This year, our dedicated Nutrition Services staff proudly served more than 4.3 million meals, helping ensure that students across our district had access to nutritious, balanced meals that support learning, growth, and overall well-being. Every breakfast, lunch, snack, and smile shared in our cafeterias helped fuel student success both inside and outside the classroom.

We know that school meals are about more than just food they provide comfort, consistency, and support for students and families throughout the year. We are honored to play a role in strengthening our school community and helping every student thrive.

To our students and staff: thank you for making this year memorable. We hope your summer is filled with fun, relaxation, adventure, and quality time with family and friends. You have earned a well-deserved break!

We can't wait to welcome everyone back in August for the 2026–2027 school year. Until then, have a safe, happy, and healthy summer! 🌞🍎🥪

✨🍓 A Fresh and Fun Day at Del Paso Elementary! 🌽🥦

Del Paso Elementary students had an amazing time at our Farmers Market event! The campus was full of energy as students explored a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables, and learned more about making healthy choices in a fun, hands-on way.

Students were especially excited to taste three different varieties of apples and compare their colors, flavors, and textures. From crisp red apples to bright green and golden varieties, students enjoyed discovering their favorites! The market also featured fresh summer fruits like juicy nectarines, sweet strawberries, and other seasonal produce that brought lots of smiles and excitement throughout the day.

From trying tasty snacks to exploring colorful produce, students were eager to ask questions, learn something new, and share their favorites with friends. The event created a positive and engaging experience that encouraged healthy habits while making learning fun and memorable.

The smiles, laughter, and excitement throughout the day showed just how meaningful these experiences can be for students. We love creating opportunities that inspire curiosity, encourage healthy choices, and bring joy to our school community.

We’re already looking forward to the next Farmers Market at Del Paso Elementary! 💚