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Wilson School District board approves 20‑cent meal price increase; free breakfast will continue
Summary
The Wilson School District Board approved a 20‑cent increase to student meal prices for 2025–26 while continuing free breakfast for all students, the board said at its meeting.
The Wilson School District Board approved a 20‑cent increase to student meal prices for the 2025–26 school year. Board members also affirmed that breakfast will continue to be provided free to all students under Pennsylvania code.
Why it matters: The increase affects paid meals for students who are not covered by free or reduced‑price programs and was part of the food‑service budget the board approved for the coming year.
Discussion: During public deliberation Dr. Kennedy noted that ‘‘Hungry children cannot learn’’ while supporting continued free breakfast. The district’s food services department recommended the price increase; the board approved the food service budget and the meal‑price change by roll call.
Outcome: The food service items — a 20‑cent increase to meal prices and the 2025–26 food‑service budget — were approved by the board.
