Free Summer Meals
A balanced diet is essential to student growth, development and academic success. To keep our students healthy and fuel their bright minds this summer, Clover Park School District provides free meals for all children 18 years of age and younger.
Meals will be available at summer school locations during specified times Monday through Friday, from June 23 to July 11. Students do not need to be enrolled in summer school to receive summer meals.
June 23 - July 11
Elementary Schools
Evergreen 10:30 – 11:25 a.m.
Four Heroes 10:30 – 11:25 a.m.
Tillicum 10:30 – 11:25 a.m. (meals only, no summer school)
Middle Schools
Thomas noon – 12:40 p.m.
High Schools
Harrison Prep 11 – 11:30 a.m.
Lakes 11 – 11:30 a.m.
In observation of the Fourth of July, there will be no meal service on July 4.
Aug. 4-5
High Schools
Harrison Prep 11 – 11:30 a.m.
Lakes 11 – 11:30 a.m.
Aug. 5-6
Middle Schools
Hudtloff 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Thomas 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Lochburn noon – 1 p.m.
Aug. 25-26
Clover Park HS 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Meals will be served on a first-come, first-served basis and must be eaten at the school.
Late Nite at the YMCA
When school is out, Late Nite at the YMCA is in session for middle and high school students!
CPSD and the Lakewood Family YMCA have partnered to provide a FREE summer opportunity for all students in grades 6-12. Students can participate in an array of activities, clubs and programs like basketball, volleyball, swim and more.
All students, grades 6-12 are invited to attend from Monday to Thursday from 4 to 8 p.m. and high school students in grades 9-12 are invited to attend Fridays from 5 to 9:30 p.m.
Visit the official Late Nite website to register online and learn more.
For transportation information, visit the Pierce Transit system map web page for bus stops and times. Students can ride all Pierce Transit buses for free with an ORCA card. Interested students can reach out to our secondary summer school sites (Clover Park High School, Lakes High School and Thomas Middle School) or the district’s secondary education office to receive a free ORCA card.
SUN Bucks
CPSD families may be eligible to receive funds this summer to help buy food through the Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) program called SUN Bucks. The Department of Social and Health Services is partnering with the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction to distribute these benefits.
The SUN Bucks benefits, a one-time payment of $120 per eligible child in each household, will be deposited onto new SUN Bucks cards and mailed beginning in early June. Some children will be automatically eligible for SUN Bucks, while others will need to apply.
Students may be automatically eligible for Summer EBT if they:
Are enrolled at a school that offers the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) or School Breakfast Program (SBP) and qualify through a meal application or Family Income Survey.
Are between the ages of 8 and 18 and are a member of a household that receives benefits from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, Food Assistance Program, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families or State-Funded Assistance.
Families of students who do not qualify automatically can apply by submitting a summer EBT application. Applications will be accepted through Aug. 31.
Pierce County Library Resources and Events
From June 1 to Aug. 31, PCL is celebrating the art of storytelling through books, events and exciting activities for the whole family in the Summer of Stories Summer Reading Program. Whether your student is in elementary, middle or high school, there is something magical waiting for them at every age.
How it works:
Get started: It’s free and easy to join the fun! Sign up for Beanstack online or visit your Pierce County Library to pick up a reading log.
Track your reading: Whether you love stories in books, audiobooks or e-books, keep track of your daily reading. The more stories you explore, the more chances you’ll have to earn rewards (while supplies last)! Earn prizes: Reach milestones in your reading journey and unlock fun prizes! Keep reading and earn more prizes! While supplies last.
To learn more about how you can enjoy a Summer of Stories, visit the PCL web page with more information, an event calendar and other resources.
JBLM Summer Youth Resources
Military kids can enjoy a summer filled with fun activities on Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM)!
JBLM offers opportunities for military children and families to participate in thrilling community events and activities. Visit JBLM’s upcoming events to learn more about summer events including Mario Kart tournaments, Rock N’ Glow bowling, dodge ball tournaments, youth sports, Freedom Fest and many more exciting, family-friendly activities.