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07/25/2014

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The qualifying district schools are Alta Vista, Emma E. Booker, Gocio, Tuttle and Wilkinson elementary schools; Booker Middle School; Triad North and Triad South; and both the elementary and middle levels of the Suncoast School for Innovative Studies. "There's nothing worse than a child sitting there with their stomach grumbling, trying to participate in class," board Chairwoman Jane Goodwin pointed out. Opening up the opportunity for free breakfasts for all students at the qualifying schools, she added, "certainly takes some of that stigma away" from children who have been getting free and reduced-price breakfasts. "I think it sounds like a wonderful program," Vice Chairman Frank Kovach said. New board member Bridget Ziegler concurred. "I'm glad that we're able to provide that." When board member Shirley Brown asked about the possibility of more schools becom- ing eligible for the program, Girard said she plans to investigate whether other schools, "with just a little tiny bump might be able to come [on board]." Glenallen Elementary School in North Port is just below the 80-percent mark, Girard noted, adding that she plans to talk with the principal about the situation and learn whether she can offer any assistance. According to the backup agenda material for the July 22 meeting, all parents of students at the participating schools will be notified in writing about the Universal Free Breakfast Program. % • Gene Burgess and Melonie Burgess, licensed acupuncture physicians • Serving Sarasota since 2008 • Treatment rates are on a sliding scale, from $15-$35; new patients pay a one-time additional fee of $10 AFFORDABLE ACUPUNCTURE FOR EVERYONE 3615 Webber St • Sarasota, FL 34232 (941) 922-4611 SarasotaCommunityAcupuncture.com Open Tuesday through Saturday Our Mission To provide our community with high quality and affordable acupuncture and herbal medicine and to create a treatment space that connects people and builds community. Click for larger map and driving directions Click To Schedule An Appointment Online MENTION THIS AD TO RECEIVE $5 OFF THE NEW PATIENT FEE Sarasota News Leader July 25, 2014 Page 39

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