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Students at 33 Houston ISD campuses will not automatically receive free meals during 2026-27 school year
Summary by Bellaire News Editorial Desk Kyle McClenagan , as published by Houston Public Media
· June 2, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points At 33 Houston ISD campuses, free meals will no longer be automatically provided. Further details about the changes and the application process can be found through Houston Public Media, the source of this information.
Some students in the Houston area will see a change in their meal options for the upcoming school year. At 33 Houston ISD campuses, free meals will no longer be automatically provided.
Families affected by this change have the option to apply for free or reduced-priced meals on a household basis. This application process is available for families with children attending schools that are no longer participating in a certain federal program.
Further details about the changes and the application process can be found through Houston Public Media, the source of this information.
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Category: schools Published: June 2, 2026 Source: Houston Public Media Reading time: 1 min
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