Erin Primer joined San Luis Coastal Unified School District four years ago, bringing new energy to the school lunch program, incorporating many local farmers and purveyors into dishes and significantly increasing the number of meals the district supplies. Raised an only child by a single mom, she credits much of her creativity and drive to her upbringing. Erin talks about the effects of COVID-19 and the massive shifts she and her team have had to make to ensure that kids get fed while they’re away from school. Listen as Erin talks about feelings around food, not knowing where rice comes from, and about building an airplane at 30,000 feet in the air.
Special note: Erin talks a bit about the Pandemic EBT, which offers extra benefits to families that qualify for school lunches during this season of change, including cash for groceries. If you or someone you know needs these services, you can find a link to the Pandemic EBT website here.
Website: slcusdfood.org
Instagram: @slcusdfood
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