Last updated August 1, 2020

 COVID-19 (Coronavirus) and Schools
COVID-19 K-12 Resource Homepage > School Meals
​We know food insecurity for students who rely on school meals is a major concern if extended school closures become necessary. GaDOE has received approval from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) for alternate meal service flexibility in the case of extended closures. This will allow schools to serve students meals through USDA-approved meal service options, at approved sites within the community.

Working with district nutrition directors, GaDOE’s school nutrition team has approved 181 applications. Special thanks to school officials, nutrition staff, bus drivers, and volunteers that are preparing, packing, and delivering meals to students.

Many school districts are serving meals for students using bus routes or at approved sites within the community. For more information about options near you, visit your local school district’s website or social media accounts.​
Georgia's K-12 Restart Working Group: School Meals
GDOE and DFCS partner to provide students new P-EBT benefits​ >
​News Article | Applying for P-EBT  
Resources
  • Food Finder (find food pantries/banks near you)​
  • GaDOE's School Nutrition webpage and Twitter​
  • Student Meal Pick-Up Information By School District from GBP
Guidance
Connect
  • Use the hashtag #KeepGAFed on social media to share your efforts to keep Georgia's students and families fed during the COVID-19 crisis. (learn more)
  • Save this image and post on social media with the hashtag #KeepGAFed
Georgia Department of Education's COVID-19 Resources, Supports, and Guidance
​The Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE) is working closely with the Office of the Governor, the Georgia Department of Public Health (GaDPH), and other agencies to ensure local school districts, parents, and students have the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding COVID-19 (coronavirus). > Learn More