The Fulton County School Nutrition received the 2025 Turnip The Beet Award by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). The award program recognizes Summer Meal Programs’ sponsors who offer high-quality meals that are appetizing, appealing and nutritious. Fulton County Schools was recognized at the Silver level for their accomplishments during the summer of 2025. To be considered for the award, the USDA required Fulton Schools to complete an application and demonstrate that its team exceeded program requirements to serve high-quality meals to children during the summer months. This year, 171 districts/sponsors qualified for either a gold, silver, or bronze Turnip the Beet award. Of those, 23 from Georgia earned awards. Fulton County Schools recognizes the important role school meals play in combating childhood hunger, and in Summer 2025 Fulton operated 38 summer feeding sites. With the 2025 Summer Feeding Program, over 188,500 breakfasts and lunches were served.
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