Free Breakfast and Lunch for All UA Irving Campus Students

Universal Academy’s Irving Campus now qualifies for a new meal benefits program, called Community Eligibility Provision (CEP), that allows all students to eat free for breakfast and lunch. There is no longer an application required. All Universal Academy Irving students are automatically eligible for free breakfast and lunch for the 2024-2025 school year. To use these free meals, the student must enter their student ID at the register.

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Frequently Asked Questions:

What is CEP, and how does a school qualify?
The Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) is a federal program that allows eligible schools to provide free breakfast and lunch to all enrolled students without requiring household income applications. A school qualifies for CEP based on the percentage of students directly certified for free meals, typically through participation in programs such as Medicaid or SNAP.

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Do I need to complete an Application for Free or Reduced-Price Meals if my student is enrolled at a CEP school?
No. All students at CEP schools receive breakfast and lunch at no cost, regardless of household income. However, families will be asked to complete a Socio-Economic Information Form (SEF) during enrollment. This form is important for determining eligibility for certain state and federal education funding programs.