Healthy Hub offers free food and wellness support
Arlington ISD celebrated the opening of its first “Good For You Healthy Hub” at South Davis Elementary last week in partnership with Texas Health Resources and Atmos Energy. The Hub provides families free access to fresh fruits and vegetables, healthy shelf‑stable foods, and nutrition education designed to support long‑term wellness.
The Hub was a big success on opening day. South Davis Principal Kalisse Kelly said the Hub provided food to 96 families, representing 437 household members. Families received recipes featuring ingredients available at the Hub, along with information on local resources. Each household will be able to visit the Hub twice a month.
“This initiative not only addresses immediate needs within our community but also lays the foundation for long-term wellness by empowering families to make informed, healthy choices,” Kelly said. “I am incredibly humbled and proud of what has been accomplished through the collective efforts of our school and community partners, and I look forward to seeing the continued impact this Hub will have on the families we serve.”
Through the partnership with Texas Health, South Davis has also received a school learning garden, a free Scholastic book fair for all students, and a schoolwide yoga program promoting mindfulness and physical well-being. The school was also recently awarded a grant to support the South Davis Running Club.
“South Davis was selected as the first Arlington ISD campus to receive a Good For You location as it clearly reflects a community need and is well-prepared to bring the program to life,” said Matt Dufrene, vice president of Community Partnerships, Ambulatory and Virtual Channel at Texas Health. “Pairing the Hub with existing Texas Health initiatives at the school expands support and creates a lasting impact.”
The campus plans to host quarterly nutrition events at the Hub that provide valuable education, practical resources, and family-friendly recipes that support healthy eating habits at home.
Texas Health currently supports more than 20 Hubs in neighboring school districts, community centers, and nonprofits. The South Davis location is the first within Arlington ISD and reflects Texas Health’s commitment to creating school environments that strengthen the nutrition security of students and their families. The South Davis Hub is the result of 10 months of teamwork across Arlington ISD departments, including the grants department, food and nutrition, and facilities, along with our dedicated partners from Texas Health and Atmos.