National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It ensures that students receive nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches every school day.
Our school district participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) to support student health, well-being, and academic success by providing nutritious meals every day.
How the Program Works
- Balanced Nutrition: All lunches served meet strict federal nutrition standards, including fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and low-fat milk.
- Tiered Pricing: Depending on household income, students may qualify for Free Meals, Reduced-Price Meals, or Paid Meals (which are still federally subsidized).
- Confidentiality: Every student uses the same checkout process in the cafeteria to ensure complete privacy for families receiving free or reduced-price meal benefits.
Qualifying for Free or Reduced-Price Meals
- Income Eligibility: Households with incomes at or below specific federal poverty guidelines qualify for free or reduced-price lunch benefits.
- Automatic Qualification (Direct Certification): Families receiving assistance through programs like SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) or TANF automatically qualify for free meals without needing to complete additional paperwork.
- Flexible Application: You can submit a meal application at any point during the school year especially if your household size changes or you experience a change in income.
2026-27 Letter to Households
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2026-27 How to Apply for Free and Reduced School Meals
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How to Apply Instruction Video
2026-27 Household Application for Free and Reduced Price School Meals
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