Flyer promoting the Meet Up & Eat Up summer meal program at Hanchett Park. Colorful red, yellow, and blue pennant banners stretch across the top above the large headline, “MEET UP & EAT UP.” Text states that free meals are available for children 18 and younger and that the program is open to the community. Lunch is served at Hanchett Park from 11:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The flyer encourages families to watch for special activities and guests. An illustration at the bottom shows baskets of fruits and vegetables, drinks, and a picnic tablecloth. The Carrollton Public Schools logo and hashtag #TheCavalierDifference appear at the bottom, along with the statement that Carrollton Public Schools is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Meet Up & Eat Up Summer Meal Program

Lindsay Bryce

June 9, 2026

School is out for the summer, and that means it's time for Meet Up & Eat Up!

Carrollton Public Schools is proud to once again participate in Michigan's Meet Up & Eat Up summer meal program, providing free, nutritious meals to children throughout the summer months. The program helps ensure that children continue to have access to healthy meals while school is not in session.

Beginning June 10th, free lunch is available Monday through Friday from 11:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Hanchett Park for children ages 1–18, and up to age 26 for individuals with disabilities. On days the weather is uncooperative, meals will be served at Carrollton Middle School instead of Hanchett park, with notification of the change being posted on the district’s social media. All sites will be closed during the week prior to July 4.

"The summer months are an important time to ensure children continue to have access to healthy meals and positive community connections," said Superintendent Tiffany Peterson. "Meet Up & Eat Up provides both by offering nutritious food in a safe, welcoming environment where children can gather with friends and enjoy summer activities."

The free meals served through Meet Up & Eat Up follow USDA nutrition guidelines, helping children stay healthy, active, and fueled for summer fun. In addition to enjoying a nutritious meal, families visiting Hanchett Park can look forward to special activities and community guests throughout the summer.

A complete Carrollton Public Schools summer meal schedule is available at: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rqid2CoNi9bGwE07g2pT10ovKecdhoaB/view?usp=sharing  Families looking for additional meal sites throughout Michigan can visit www.michigan.gov/MeetUpEatUp or text FOOD to 304-304 to find a location nearby.

Carrollton Public Schools remains committed to supporting the whole child and ensuring students have the resources they need to learn, grow, and thrive all year long. Through programs like Meet Up & Eat Up, the district continues to support #EveryCavEveryDay by helping children stay nourished, connected, and ready for success.

Questions? Contact Jackie Coffey, Director of Nutrition Services  at jcoffey@gocavs.net  or (989) 399-8861.