June 2026 – Summer Nutrition Newsletter
June 01st, 2026
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In this issue:
• Summer Meals Start on June 8th: Check menu, dates, and locations
• Farm to Summer Week is June 15-19
• Hack Your Snacks: Smart snack tips for summer
• North County Food Resources
• Job & career opportunities
Summer Meals Start on June 8th
Summer break may be approaching, but that doesn’t mean we stop feeding our community. Our WaveCrest Cafe team will be hard at work all summer, serving breakfast and lunch to our Vista Unified community.
The district’s Summer Meal program, operated through the USDA, launches June 8th at several school locations and the Boys & Girls Club of Vista.
Click here to download the summer menu with locations, dates, and times.
Fresh Fruits & Veggies All Summer
As with all WaveCrest Cafe meals, entrees are served with a selection of fresh, seasonal fruits & vegetables. Our Farm 2 School program continues all summer long as we work to source fresh, delicious produce from local California farmers. School meal programs are pioneering the accessibility of fresh produce across the country.
Schedules and menus are posted on the WaveCrest Cafe website, on our social media channels, and shared via emails and handouts to parents and families from each school.
We encourage everyone in our community to share this information to reach the widest possible audience.
Summer Meals Details
What: No-cost meals for children 18 & under: Meals are available to all children 18 & under with no forms or paperwork required.
Where & When: We’ll serve breakfast and lunch Monday-Friday, except for June 19th and July 4th, at the following locations.
• Alamosa Park Elementary: 5130 Alamosa Park Dr, Oceanside
Dates: 6/8 – 7/31 Breakfast: 8:00 -8:30 AM Lunch: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
• Breeze Hill Elementary: 1111 Melrose Way, Vista
Dates: 6/8 – 7/31 Breakfast: 8:00 -8:30 AM Lunch: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
• Foothill Oak Elementary: 1370 Oak Dr, Vista
Dates: 6/8 – 7/31 Breakfast: 8:00 -8:30 AM Lunch: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
• Grapevine Elementary: 630 Grapevine Rd, Vista
Dates: 6/8 – 6/26 Breakfast: 7:30 -8:00 AM Lunch: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
• Hannalei Elementary: 120 Hannalei Dr, Vista
Dates: 6/8 – 6/26 Breakfast: 7:30 -8:00 AM Lunch: 11:15 AM – 12:00 PM
• Maryland Elementary: 700 North Ave, Vista
Dates: 6/8 – 7/31 Breakfast: 8:00 -8:30 AM Lunch: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
• RBV High School: 1601 Longhorn Dr, Vista
Dates: 6/8 – 7/2 Breakfast: 8:00 -8:30 AM Lunch: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
• Vista High School: 1 Panther Way, Vista
Dates: 6/8 – 7/17 Breakfast: 7:30 -8:00 AM Lunch: 12:00 – 12:45 PM
• 740 Olive Ave. (Prior VIDA Location): 740 Olive Ave., Vista
Dates: 6/8 – 7/31 Breakfast: 8:00 -8:30 AM Lunch: 12:00 – 12:30 PM
Boys & Girls Club of Vista: 410 W. California Ave. Vista
Dates: See Location Breakfast: 8:30 – 9:30 AM Lunch: 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
For Students Enrolled in Summer Programs
If your student is attending a summer program at one of the following locations, they are able to receive a breakfast and a lunch at no cost! Supper meals will also be provided to students enrolled in the “Ignite The Possibilities” AM/PM Summer Program.
• Alta Vista High School: 1575 Bonair Rd. Vista
Dates: 6/8 – 6/26 Breakfast: 7:45 -8:30 AM Lunch: 12:00 – 12:30 PM
• Empresa Elementary: 4850 Avenida Empresa, Oceanside
Dates: 6/8 – 7/2 Breakfast: 7:30 – 8:00 AM Lunch: 11:15 AM – 12:00 PM
• Madison Middle School: 4930 Lake Blvd, Oceanside
Dates: 6/8 – 7/2 Breakfast: 8:30 -9:00 AM Lunch: 10:45 – 11:15 AM
• Mission Vista High School: 1306 Melrose Dr, Oceanside
Dates: 6/8 – 7/31 Breakfast: 8:00 -8:30 AM Lunch: 11:30 AM – 12:15 PM
• Murray High School: 215 N. Melrose, Vista
Dates: 6/8 – 6/26 Breakfast: 7:45 -8:30 AM Lunch: 12:00 – 12:30 PM
• T.H.E. Leadership Academy: 1550 Temple Hts. Dr, Oceanside
Dates: 6/8 – 7/2 Breakfast: 7:30 -8:30 AM Lunch: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
• VATC: 325 E. Bobier Dr, Vista
Dates: 6/8 – 7/17 Breakfast: 8:45 -9:15 AM Lunch: 12:00 – 12:45 PM
Be sure to join us for meals all summer!
Additional Summer Meal Information
In addition to the posted information with locations, dates, times, and menus, you can find a free summer meals site near you by visiting NoKidHungry.org/Help. You can also call the National Hunger Hotline at 1-866-3-HUNGRY (1-866-348-6479) for summer food resources.
Hunger does not take a vacation. According to the San Diego Hunger Coalition, 31% of children in San Diego County are food insecure.
In addition, only 20% of California children who qualify for free or reduced meals during the school year eat a summer lunch. Our summer program is a way to close that gap and provide nutrition to the communities and children that we serve. (source: FRAC, 2025)
Please help us share this information and ensure that our community stays healthy and well-fed all summer.
Farm To Summer Week: June 15-19
To help kick off our Summer Meals program, we will participate in the national Farm to Summer Week celebration. This annual campaign will run from June 15 to 19. In addition to the fresh, seasonal fruits and veggies we always offer with our meals, we’ll have special taste test items and other fun ways to encourage everyone to make fruits and vegetables part of every meal (and snack) year-round.
Snack Smart This Summer
Planning for healthy snacks can satisfy hunger between meals and keep you moving toward your food group goals. We have a collection of ideas and tips to help you make your summer snacks fun and flavorful! You can download this easy tip sheet as well: HackingYourSnacks
• Build Your Own: Make your own trail mix with unsalted nuts and add-ins such as seeds, dried fruit, popcorn, or a sprinkle of chocolate chips.
• Prep Ahead: Portion snack foods into bags or containers when you get home from the store so they’re ready to grab-n-go when you need them.
• Make It A Combo: Combine food groups for a satisfying snack—yogurt and berries, apple with peanut butter, whole-grain crackers with turkey and avocado.
• Eat Vibrant Veggies: Spice up raw vegetables with dips. Try dipping bell peppers, carrots, or cucumbers in hummus, tzatziki, guacamole, or baba ganoush.
• Snack On The Go: Bring ready-to-eat snacks when you’re out. A banana, yogurt (in a cooler), or baby carrots are easy to bring along and healthy options.
Food Resources for North County
We recognize that people sometimes need extra help to be food secure. Our district has compiled a list of the organizations providing assistance in North County.
If you or someone you know is in need of assistance, we have a section on our Resources page that lists the organizations we know of that are providing these services.
We’re Hiring!
Join Our Amazing Team.
School nutrition is an extremely rewarding job. You can be part of the nation’s largest restaurant group, serving tasty and nutritious meals to our children each and every day. What’s more, you’ll meet amazing people who are skilled, dedicated, and passionate about their roles.
Our team has the unique opportunity to interact with almost every student, every day. Those interactions make a big difference in our kids’ lives and lead to long-lasting and meaningful friendships.
See all of our available positions here: https://wavecrestcafe.com/employment-opportunities/
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