Overview: The Nutrition Backpack program provides weekly backpacks filled, organized and distributed by the social work associate. 

Who:  Lisa Harrington 518-681-4315

Days available:  Friday

Times available:  At the end of the school day on Fridays, the backpacks are ready for student pick up

Referral process:  At the beginning of the school year teachers are given a referral form to identify students in their classroom. This referral sheet is provided to the school by the Northeast Regional Food Bank. Parents/Teachers can make referrals throughout the school year with each building working together to assure as many families as possible can benefit. There is also a wait list once all backpacks have been assigned in case of any change in a family's situation. School counselor stays in contact with parents and students to assure that the program assists those most in need.