Florida Summer Program Gives Kids Free, Healthy Meals In Florida, education officials have been successful in getting more children to participate in the summer food program. During the school year, millions of children nationwide in grades pre-K through 12 eat free or discounted meals through the National School Lunch Program. But statistics show that number drops off dramatically in the summer. Hear NPR's Renee Montagne.

Florida Summer Program Gives Kids Free, Healthy Meals

Florida Summer Program Gives Kids Free, Healthy Meals

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In Florida, education officials have been successful in getting more children to participate in the summer food program. During the school year, millions of children nationwide in grades pre-K through 12 eat free or discounted meals through the National School Lunch Program. But statistics show that number drops off dramatically in the summer. Hear NPR's Renee Montagne.