Jefferson County Schools Continue Meal Distribution Program

BIRMINGHAM, AL — The Jefferson County school system will continue its school meals program amid school closures during the coronavirus pandemic. The system has partnered with Kikstart, Inc. to continue meal service for students.

"We sincerely appreciate Kikstart for stepping up and helping our students," said Dr. Walter Gonsoulin, Superintendent of Jefferson County Schools. "They are providing a valuable service during this difficult time."

Gonsoulin said approximately 12,000 meals will be available daily.

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The program will run on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from April 8th through June 5th. Plans for the summer months will be announced at a later date. The feeding program is open to anyone 18 years and younger and will be free of charge.

Students will be given breakfast and lunch. In order to minimize contact and maintain social distancing, the program will be curbside pickup only.

Pickup locations:

Brighton Elementary
3400 Brown Circle
Bessemer, Ala. 35020
11:30-11:50

Clay Chalkville High
6623 Roe Chandler
Road Pinson, Ala. 35126
12:00-12:20

Erwin Intermediate
528 23rd Ave. NW
Center Point, Ala. 35215
12:50-1:10

Fultondale High
1450 Carson Rd. N.
Fultondale, Ala. 35217
12:15-12:35

McAdory High
4800 McAdory School Rd.
McCalla, Ala. 35111
12:05-12:25

Warrior Elementary
300 Montgomery St.
Warrior, Ala. 35180
11:30-11:50

West Jefferson Elementary
4880 Freewill Drive
Quinton, Ala. 35130
1:15-1:35

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