Clarkston School District To Provide Meals At No Charge For The 2025-2026 School Year For All Enrolled Students (Photo) - 08/26/25

Clarkston, WA – Clarkston School District is pleased to announce that all enrolled students in grades TK–12 will receive both breakfast and lunch at no charge during the 2025–2026 school year. Meals will be served every school day as part of the federally supported school meal programs.

While meals are provided at no charge for all students, families are encouraged to complete the Child Nutrition Eligibility & Education Benefit Application. Submitting this form is very important; it may qualify your household for:

• Summer EBT food benefits

• Reduced fees for school programs and activities

• Additional funding to support Clarkston schools

Applications are confidential, and only one application is needed per household. Families may qualify based on income, participation in assistance programs such as Basic Food or TANF, or foster child status.

The full 2025–2026 Letter to Households is available on our website and attached to this release. This document includes income eligibility guidelines, instructions for completing applications, and information on other benefits.

For questions about completing the application or eligibility, please contact the Clarkston School District Food Services Department at 509-769-6346.

Clarkston School District is committed to ensuring every student has access to healthy meals and the resources they need to succeed.

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