To continue promoting healthy habits and student well-being, the Ysleta Independent School District is bringing back the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program to select campuses for the 2025-26 school year.
The Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP) is a federally assisted program providing free fresh fruits and vegetables to children at eligible elementary schools during the school day.
Nourishing Young Minds
Starting Tuesday, Oct. 14, students at the following eight Ysleta ISD schools will receive free fresh fruits and vegetables during the school day on Tuesdays and Thursdays through May 28, 2026:
Capistrano Elementary School
North Loop International School
Parkland Elementary School
Pasodale Elementary School
REL Washington International School
Riverside Elementary School
Thomas Manor Elementary School
Ysleta Elementary School
Fresh Choices Matter
Funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and administered by its Food and Nutrition Service, the FFVP aims to introduce children to fresh fruits and vegetables of new and different varieties to increase overall acceptance and consumption of fresh, unprocessed produce among children.
A USDA study found that FFVP students eat more fruits and vegetables than students who do not participate in the program. Schools deliver FFVP snacks along with bite-sized nutrition lessons. This encourages children to try new foods, learn about seasonal produce, and set healthy eating habits to last a lifetime.
The FFVP also encourages healthier school environments by promoting nutrition education. To learn more, visit the FFVP webpage at https://www.fns.usda.gov/ffvp/fresh-fruit-and-vegetable-program.