October 28, 2026

17 HCSD Schools Awarded Fruit & Vegetable Grant

HCSD is pleased to announce that the Harrison County School District has been awarded nearly $700,000 in grant funding for the 2026–2027 Fresh Fruit & Vegetable Program. The following schools have been selected to participate in the program to provide

(October 23, 2026) – HCSD is pleased to announce that the Harrison County School District has been awarded nearly $700,000 in grant funding for the 2026–2027 Fresh Fruit & Vegetable Program.

The following schools have been selected to participate in the program to provide students with additional fresh fruit and vegetable snacks throughout the school year:

•Bel-Aire Elementary School

•Creekbend Elementary and Middle School

•Crossroads Elementary School -Gulfport, MS

•D'iberville Elementary School

•D'Iberville Middle School

•Harrison Central Elementary

•Lizana Elementary

•Lyman Elementary - Harrison County School District

•North Gulfport Elementary & Middle School

•North Woolmarket Elementary Middle School

•Orange Grove Elementary School - MS

•Pineville Elementary School

•River Oaks Elementary

•Saucier Elementary

•Three Rivers Elementary

•West Wortham Elementary and Middle School

•Woolmarket Elementary

These snacks will introduce students to a variety of fresh produce, including seasonal and locally grown options, as well as unique fruits and vegetables that may be less common than those typically offered at breakfast and lunch. Thank you to the USDA and MDE officials for awarding this grant to HCSD and helping us expand opportunities for students to explore, enjoy, and benefit from fresh fruits and vegetables.