Category: Federal programs

According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), a reimbursable breakfast under the National School Breakfast Program requires three food components. The structure is designed to provide students with a balanced and healthy start to their day, with specific guidelines for the food groups that must be included.

For the 2025-2026 school year, the federal maximum a school can charge for a reduced-price lunch is 40 cents, a rate set by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). However, eligibility for this program is based on household income relative to the federal poverty line, and many states have taken additional steps to cover the remaining costs.