White County schools earn gold for serving local, farm-fresh meals

Georgia Department of Education Deputy Superintendent of School Nutrition Dr. Linette Dodson, left, observed the White County School System's summer meal program in June. School Nutrition Director Abby Rowland is at right. SUBMITTED PHOTO
Georgia Department of Education Deputy Superintendent of School Nutrition Dr. Linette Dodson, left, observed the White County School System's summer meal program in June. School Nutrition Director Abby Rowland is at right. SUBMITTED PHOTO

By Denise Etheridge

 

The White County School System's nutrition department is proving that school meals can make a difference beyond the cafeteria by providing fresh, nutritious food for students …