The Food Services Department of Franklin County offers nutritious meals for the school children. It operates cafeterias that are staffed by professional nutrition specialists. The meals offered by the department include fruits and vegetables to reduce the risk of cancer and other chronic diseases in students. The Food Services Department, in addition, provides meals full of vitamins, minerals, fibers and other substances that are important for good health. The department is located in Rocky Mount, Va., and is a part of Franklin County Public Schools, which governs elementary, middle and high schools. It operates through various other departments, such as administration, purchasing, special programs, technology and transportation.