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What the meal benefit covers — CCISD explains USDA-defined 'complete' meals and excluded items
Summary
CCISD said eligibility tiers determine meal prices (free, reduced, paid) and benefits apply to complete breakfasts or lunches as defined by USDA guidelines; snacks and a la carte items are not covered; high-school students on qualifying status also receive these benefits.
Presenter explained that a child's meal price depends on their eligibility tier and that benefits apply specifically to a "complete breakfast or a complete lunch, exactly as defined by USDA guidelines." The presenter cautioned that snacks and individually purchased a la carte items are separate and not covered by the program.
The presenter added that qualifying high-school students still receive the same vital benefits even if the high school operates a separate meal program, and reiterated the importance of applying to ensure students receive the correct tier.
