Student Meal Program Update for 2026-2027 Presenter: Robert Helms Description: The district is expanding student meal services for the 2026-2027 school year. All students at Snyder Primary (PreK-3) and Snyder Intermediate (grades 4-5) will receive breakfast and lunch at no cost. Junior High and High School students will continue to receive free breakfast, with lunch provided at no cost for those w

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10.G. Student Meal Program Update for 2026-2027 Presenter: Robert Helms Description: The district is expanding student meal services for the 2026-2027 school year. All students at Snyder Primary (PreK-3) and Snyder Intermediate (grades 4-5) will receive breakfast and lunch at no cost. Junior High and High School students will continue to receive free breakfast, with lunch provided at no cost for those who qualify through the free and reduced-price meal application. Expanding free lunch to all secondary students would cost the district approximately $143,876 due to lower application participation at those grade levels. Families are encouraged to complete the free and reduced-price meal application, as it directly impacts district funding and supports student programs. The district also has approximately $14,000 in outstanding meal balances and asks families to review and address any remaining charges. This update reflects both expanded services and the importance of family partnership in maximizing resources for students. Attachments: ( 1 ) CEP Analysis 25-26 5/5/2026 at 3:50 PM