Even if meals are provided at no cost, submitting the Free & Reduced Lunch Application provides more benefits to families and the district, including:
Accessing Other Family Benefits: Families who meet the eligibility criteria may receive additional benefits, including:
Waivers for SAT/ACT registration fees.
Discounts on Advanced Placement (AP) exam fees.
Up to 7 free applications to up to SUNY colleges and fee waivers for CUNY colleges.
Band instrument fee waivers.
Reduced fees for athletic activities or extracurricular programs.
Eligibility for Additional Support: The application can also help determine eligibility for programs like SNAP, Medicaid or the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP).
Securing School Funding: The data from these applications establishes financial need, which directly impacts the amount of state and federal aid, grants, and funding for technology and education programs the district receives.
How to apply
Please complete the online form at myschoolapps.com. This digital platform is significantly easier to complete than the traditional paper application in the past. If you have any questions, we encourage you to reach out to S-GI Culinary at 716-592-3274.