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Papillion La Vista reviews student fees, waivers and modest meal price increase
Summary
At a July 10 student-fees hearing, administrators outlined fee changes for 2025–26, described the district's waiver policy for families qualifying for subsidized meals, and said meal prices rose five cents after two recent increases.
The Papillion La Vista Community Schools Board of Education held a student-fees hearing on July 10 to review recommended charges for the 2025–26 year, including athletic and activity fees, school-owned instrument rental, and meal prices.
Administrators said families who qualify for subsidized meals under federal standards receive waivers that cover virtually all student fees. "If you do receive subsidized meals... we do provide a waiver for virtually all fees," Superintendent Doctor Rickley said, and he urged eligible families to complete the free and reduced-price meal application because it affects both waiver eligibility and federal reimbursements to the district.
The presentation by district staff noted that…
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