Meal Options for Everyone
The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools and residential child care institutions. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to children each school day. The program was established under the National School Lunch Act, signed by President Harry Truman in 1946.
Apply here for Free and Reduced Lunch in 2024-2025
If you have questions, please contact the JCSD Nutrition Services office at 515-278-0470.
To help answer your questions
JCSD Parent FAQs on Free and Reduced Meals