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Board debates fee waivers for free/reduced students; inclusive pre‑K emerges as largest subsidy
Summary
Administrators told the board the district currently waives fees for families qualifying for free and reduced lunch and estimated about $250,000 annually in subsidized activities, with the inclusive pre‑K program accounting for roughly $168,000; members discussed legal verification, equity and alternative tiers.
The East Brunswick Board of Education spent substantial time on March 24 discussing district policies that waive fees for families qualifying for free and reduced‑price meals and whether that practice should be revised or clarified.
Presenter Joe explained current practice: "So currently, the district's procedure, policy is not to charge or to waive the fees for those students that qualify for free and reduced meals," and provided an…
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