Even though school meals are now free for all students through the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP), taking just a few minutes to complete the income eligibility form still makes a big difference.
This simple form, online or paper, helps your child’s school in more ways than you might expect. It’s not just about meals.
Here's why your form matters:
School Funding: The data collected helps determine how much state and federal aid your school receives.
Student Support Services: Funding for counselors, intervention staff, and mental health resources often depends on this data.
Programs and Grants: Schools use this information to qualify for after-school programs, technology grants, and more.
Fee Waivers: Students may qualify for reduced or waived fees for things like SAT/ACT testing, college applications, and extracurricular activities.
Even if you don’t think your family qualifies, submitting the form ensures accurate reporting and could make your school eligible for important funding and programs.
It only takes 5 minutes.
The easiest way to complete the form is online at EZMealApp.com, but paper forms are available through your school as well.
All information is confidential and is only used to help your school and community.
Please take the time to fill it out. Every Form Matters.