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Free & Reduced-Price Meals

2026–27 Child Nutrition Program Benefits

(Free and Reduced School Meals Program)

We are now accepting applications for Child Nutrition Program benefits (free/reduced-price meals).  

IMPORTANT! A new Child Nutrition Benefits application must be completed each school year in order to qualify for benefits. If you wish to obtain additional discounts for school fees or bus transportation fees based on your application status, you must complete the Consent for Disclosure form each school year and submit it to our office. (Please note if you filled this waiver out during enrollment, you will need to complete a new one for the 2026–27 school year.)

How to Get an Application

Choose the option that works best for you:

How to Submit Your Application

Submit the online application through Skyward or return your completed paper application using one of these methods:

  • Drop it off at your child’s school office
  • Deliver it to our Administrative Offices: 35200 W 91st St, De Soto, KS
  • Mail it to: Student Nutrition, USD 232 De Soto, 35200 W 91st St, De Soto, KS 66018
  • Email a scanned copy to: MDMiller@usd232.org  (Note: We cannot accept faxed applications due to confidentiality rules.)

When Will You Hear Back?

We process applications within 10 business days. Please wait at least 2 business days before checking on your status.

Tips for a Faster Process

  • List all household members and all sources of income (including child support, SSI, etc.).
  • Sign the application.
  • Include a valid email address to receive your results faster.

Special Notes

  • TAF/Food Assistance: If your household qualifies through the Kansas Direct Certification list, you’ll receive a letter by July 20. No need to apply separately.
  • Medicaid: If your child qualifies through Medicaid, you’ll also receive a letter by July 20. If you believe you qualify for more benefits, you may still submit an application.
  • Fee Discounts: To receive discounts on school or transportation fees, submit a Consent for Disclosure form each year.

If you have questions, contact Student Nutrition at 913-667-6200, Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM.

Application Links

Verification

Student Nutrition will verify applications that meet any one of the following criteria:

  1. The application provided an income of $0.
  2. The household submitted >1 application for the current school year.
  3. The total household income is <$100. 
  4. Application material is unclear or questionable (e.g. is it a 4 or 6).
  5. External information provided to the Student Nutrition questions the integrity of the application.
  6. Applicant provides information that does not match the completed application.