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Hemet Unified School DistrictSuccesses, Challenges and Opportunities
• 24 Schools• 21,157 Students• 75% F&R Eligibility• 4 million
meals/year• 700 square miles• Rich history of
farming, especially citrus
• 50% Hispanic• Many students are
English language learners
Our Schools & Community…
Feeding Children Central Kitchen
Cook chill system Bakery Pizza Department Salads & Subs Warehouse Freezers &
Refrigerators 80% Scratch
Kitchens on Site Ovens Warmers Freezers &
Refrigerators Knives & Cutting
Boards! 30-40% “Speed
Scratch”
Successes Farm to School
Started in 2009 47% of produce
purchased locally Local: <50 miles
from central kitchen
Better quality Lower or same
price Kid approved!
Successes Salad Bars
16 bars donated through SB2S
Currently in 3 schools
Kids, parents and teachers love them!
More Choice Less waste
Successes Healthier US
Schools Challenge All 14 of our
elementary schools won
13 GAoD, 1 Silver Most GAoD in CA 4th most is US!
HHFKAChallenges
Fruits and Vegetables Subgroups Waste Cost Time to Eat
Grains and Proteins Whole Grains Menu Variety Portion Sizes Vegetarian Options
Competitive Foods SB12 & SB965 since 2006 Compliance Issues
Opportunities
At the Local Level… Wellness Policy with language on
nutrition standards & competitive foods Get parents and students involved Market fruits and vegetables Offer nutrition education Get creative with menu design Ask for help! Apply for recognition
State and Federal Level… Mandate longer lunch periods Allow districts to build and finance
Nutrition Centers/Central Kitchens Include nutrition in standardized testing Properly fund school athletics Establish repercussions for the entities
that violate Competetive Food Standards
Do what’s right for kids