BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — Every Wednesday in July, the Kern High School District is supporting local families through a drive-through meal distribution program, providing seven days’ worth of nutritious meals for each child ages 2 to 18.
“This is all hands on deck,” said Barbara Herrera, Assistant Director of Nutrition Services for the Kern High School District.
Herrera said this is the first time the district has offered summer meal distribution in July. In just the first week, the district handed out more than 10,000 meals. Staff from multiple departments are pitching in to make the weekly program possible.
“It’s everybody out there,” Herrera said. “It’s been a lot of fun, and it’s nice to see a whole team come together like that again.”
Adelina Ramirez, 18, of Bakersfield, said the program has made a big difference for her family.
“We’re able to have lunches for my brothers, breakfasts, it’s really helpful, especially while I’m babysitting,” Ramirez said.
She added that the meals help reduce grocery expenses and are popular with her younger siblings.
“It’s a lot quicker, and especially with picky eaters, a lot of these foods are much easier for them, and they enjoy it a lot,” she said.
Meal distribution takes place from 9 to 11 a.m. every Wednesday in July at the following locations:
- 3701 E. Bell Terrace (near the Regional Occupational Center)
- Independence High School
- Arvin High School
- Kern Valley High School
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