We are pleased to inform you that the Owego Apalachin Central School District will be offering meals at no cost to all students as part of the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs for the 2026-2027 school year. All children will receive meals at no charge, regardless of household income or form completion.
However, families are strongly encouraged to complete and submit the Free and Reduced-Price application, as this form is used to determine eligibility benefits for State and federal funding/programs.
Why Submitting Your Income Eligibility Form Matters:
Even though school meals are free for all students, submitting your income eligibility form is still critical for your child’s education and our schools. This form directly impacts school funding, student programs, and community resources.
When families submit this form, schools receive accurate data for funding opportunities, which affects:
- Reduced Fees for Families: Qualifies students for fee waivers on SAT/ACT exams, college applications, and extracurricular activities.
- School Funding: Determines how much state and federal aid our schools receive.
- Grants & Special Programs: Affects eligibility for after-school programs, summer learning, and technology grants.
- Student Support Services: Helps fund counselors, intervention specialists, and mental health programs.
What Happens If Families Don't Submit the Form?
- Inaccurate reporting means our schools receive less funding.
- Programs that rely on funding based on these numbers could be cut or reduced.
- The community may lose access to grants designed to support students and families.
Filling out this form is quick, easy, and confidential. It ensures that our schools have the resources they need to support every student.
Action Needed: Submit your form today online at https://secure.ezmealapp.com/ApplicationScreen.aspx.
Printable forms and more information are available here: https://www.oacsd.org/documents/departments/food-services/16870937.
Every Form Matters!
More information on Food & Nutrition at OA Schools, including Breakfast and Lunch Menus and how to add funds to an account to purchase additional items, can be found on our website here: https://www.rockoncafe.org/owego-apalachin_home.aspx.
Contact us with any questions via Onflo (formerly Let's Talk!) - https://www.oacsd.org/page/onflo-lets-talk
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