School Bits

Autauga County Schools is participating in the USDA Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) this summer! This federally funded, state-administered program provides free meals to children ages 1-18. Children do not have to live in the district nor attend Autauga County Schools to participate; however, all families must pre-register each week to receive meals. Meals will be distributed in bulk and will include commonly enjoyed breakfast and lunch items. Families are asked to designate a space in their vehicle for food items before arriving at the distribution site. Each event includes approximately 10 days of breakfast and lunch items, along with fresh fruit, vegetables, and milk. To make pickup faster and more convenient, only one registration per family is required for each distribution date. Families will receive one QR code for all registered children. The QR code is required for meal pickup, so please save it in an easily accessible location. Taking a screenshot or photo of the code is recommended for quicker service. Once registration reaches capacity, additional registrations will be placed on a waiting list. If openings become available, families on the waiting list will be notified by email. Waitlisted or non-registered participants may visit either distribution site during the final 15-20 minutes of the distribution window and may receive meals if inventory remains available. Families in this category should bring a mobile device to complete registration using a specialized QR code available onsite. Non-registered participants will be asked to park in a designated waiting area until all pre-registered families have been served.

Pre-registered participants can choose to pick up at Marbury High School (2360 U.S. Highway 31 North 36022) or Prattville High School (1315 Upper Kingston Road 36067) from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. on the following dates: May 28, June 5, June 8, June 18, July 9, July 20, and July 30.

For more information, contact Autauga County Schools’ Child Nutrition Program at cnp@acboe.net.

Autauga County Schools and Prattville Kindergarten School joined the Autauga Education Foundation and the Prattville Area Chamber of Commerce on Monday to celebrate the completion of a new preschool playground shade structure with a ribbon cutting ceremony at Prattville Kindergarten School. The new shaded play area was created to provide pre-k students with a cooler, safer, and more comfortable outdoor environment throughout the school year. School leaders said the addition will allow students to spend more time learning and playing outdoors while offering increased protection from heat and sun exposure. “This project reflects our continued commitment to creating learning environments where students can thrive both inside and outside the classroom,” said Holly McNider, director of elementary curriculum and instruction for Autauga County Schools. “Providing shaded outdoor spaces for our youngest students supports their wellness, encourages active play, and helps ensure children can safely enjoy meaningful learning experiences year-round.” The ceremony highlighted the collaboration between school leaders, community partners, and supporters who helped make the project possible. The Autauga Education Foundation was instrumental in bringing this project to completion through its annual grant program, which provided most of the necessary funds. “Our students benefit tremendously from opportunities to learn through play, and this new shade structure creates a more enjoyable and comfortable environment for them each day,” said Jodi Womble, principal of Prattville Kindergarten School. “We are thankful for the support of our community and partners who invested in this project for our students and staff.” The ceremony was held at Prattville Kindergarten School and included school administrators, community leaders, and most importantly, pre-k students.