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West Seneca confirms universal free breakfast and lunch; a la carte items and second meals still charged
Summary
The district said the federal/state program will provide one free breakfast and one free lunch to each student; students who want a second meal or a la carte items will be charged and some students may not be allowed to 'charge' additional lunches depending on account status.
The West Seneca Central School District confirmed Aug. 12 that it will provide one free breakfast and one free lunch to every student under the current school meals program but that additional items remain for purchase.
During board discussion a member asked whether snacks or second meals are still sold, noting a notice about limits on charging additional lunches. Superintendent confirmed that the universal meals program provides a single free meal (breakfast and lunch) and that students may purchase a second meal; a la carte items (snacks, extras) remain for sale and must be paid for. The superintendent said that the district still accepts payments and that some students may have account-based ‘IOU’ debt but did not provide a full policy text in the meeting.
Quote excerpt: Superintendent said, “what is covered is 1 free breakfast, 1 free lunch for all students.”
Board members requested additional clarity about whether consequences for unpaid extra meals differ by level and whether cash is still used; district staff said the payment and charge procedures vary by building and that more detailed reporting or a presentation on food services could be scheduled.
No board action on food-service policy was taken during the meeting.
