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Welcome to the Nutrition Services Department
Our Priority
Vineland School District (VSD), the Nutrition Services Department is dedicated to supporting student success through a whole-child approach that recognizes the vital role of nutritious, well-balanced meals. Our mission is to provide high-quality, appealing meals that nourish every student and help them reach their full academic potential.
Our Department
Every day VSD Nutrition Services, Serves Between 540-600 breakfasts and 590-610 lunches, along with after-school supper, snacks and summer meals.
Thanks, to California's Universal Meals Program, all students receive free breakfast, lunch, supper and snacks, removing barriers to healthy eating and ensuring equitable access to nutrition across the district.
Nutrition Education & Community Engagement
We welcome input from students, staff and parents in our menu planning process. Your suggestions and feedback help us continue to grow.
All meals, foods, and beverages served or sold in our schools meet or exceed state and federal nutrition standards, based on the USDA Dietary Guidelines. Our Goal is to offer students a wide variety of nutritious, affordable, and appealing food options that support their health and learning.
Recognition
Our Self-supporting program has been awarded the Blue Zones Project Certification
We are honored to have received Certification for the entire school district
- Vineland School
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Sunset School
Notice: the California Revenue and Taxation Code (RTC) Section 19845 requires local educational agencies (LEA) that operate the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) to annually notify households and the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) Information Act.
Earned Income Tax Credit Information Act Communication
Additional Earned Income Tax Credit Information
Notice: Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) Information Act
In accordance with California Revenue and Taxation Code (RTC) section 19854, Local Educational agencies (LEAs) that operate the National School Program (NSLP) are
required to annually notify Households about the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) Information Act
Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) Information
The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) is a federal and state tax benefits for working individuals and families with low to moderate income. It can significantly reduce the amoutn of taxes owed and my result in a refund.
to qualify, you must meet certain income and residency requirements and file a federal tax return - even if you do not owe any taxes or are not otherwise required to file.
EITC Resources
- For More information about the federal EITC, visit the IRS EITC webpage.
- To learn more about California's EITC (CalEITC), visit the Franchise Tax Board CalEITC page.
We encourage all eligible families to take advantage of this valuable tax credit.
Additional Resources
