KSD expands free meal program
Coeur d'Alene Press | UPDATED 12 months AGO
KELLOGG — The Kellogg School District announced that all district schools are now participating in the Community Eligibility Provision grant, ensuring every student receives free breakfast and lunch daily.
Previously, only Pinehurst Elementary and Kellogg Middle schools were covered under the CEP program. As of today, Canyon Elementary and Kellogg High School have joined the initiative, meaning all students enrolled in the district have access to free meals, regardless of family income.
“This is a huge step forward in supporting our students and families,” said Superintendent Lance Pearson. “We are thrilled that no child in our district will have to worry about affording school meals.”
The schools included under the CEP program are Canyon Elementary, Pinehurst Elementary, Kellogg Middle and Kellogg High.
No applications are required.
The CEP program does not cover extra items like milk, bottled drinks and snacks.
Pearson was complimentary of the district’s food services director, Leah Figueroa, for her leadership in making this expansion possible.
“Leah has championed this effort and worked diligently to make sure our students have the fuel they need to succeed,” Pearson said.