Cold Spring School District Unveils Newly Renovated Kitchen to Support Governor's Universal Meals Initiative
The Cold Spring School District proudly achieved a significant milestone on Thursday, July 20th, with the official unveiling of its state-of-the-art school kitchen. This is a crucial step in fulfilling the Governor's mandate to offer free breakfast and lunch to all public-school students.
The ceremony, graced by esteemed guests and stakeholders, was led by Dr. Amy Alzina, Superintendent of Cold Spring School District, who expressed her gratitude to all those who contributed to the successful completion of the project. She particularly acknowledged the remarkable leadership of Yuri Calderon, the District's Chief Business Officer, and Legal Counsel, for spearheading the initiative and guiding it to fruition.
The newly renovated kitchen received valuable contributions from several community partners, further solidifying the community's commitment to educational excellence. Dr. Alzina extended her heartfelt appreciation to Ian Williams, the General Manager of San Ysidro Ranch, for generously donating essential kitchen equipment, including an industrial stove, oven, and refrigerator. She also recognized Jordano’s for their contribution of a commercial dishwasher. Dr. Alzina also thanked Chef Koji Nomura of NuCuisine for his partnership in meal preparation, and the Cold Spring Governing Board Members: Mike Marino, Trevor Pattison, Jennifer Miller, Gabrielle Haas, and Elke Kane, for their unwavering support throughout the project.
"The Kitchen project is truly an excellent example of what's possible in public education when we work together as a community," stated Dr. Alzina. "I'm extremely grateful to everyone, including the construction team, electricians, plumbers, and our maintenance team, for creating a kitchen we can all take pride in at Cold Spring School."
The renovated kitchen will play a pivotal role in ensuring that the Free Breakfast and Lunch program operates smoothly, empowering students with nutritious meals and fostering an environment conducive to learning and growth.
The Cold Spring School District looks forward to a bright future, fortified by the collective efforts and unwavering dedication of its community members.
