COMMUNITY ELIGIBILITY PROVISION (CEP) FOR NATIONAL SCHOOL LUNCH AND BREAKFAST PROGRAMS
Groveport Madison Schools is pleased to announce its participation in the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) of the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) and School Breakfast Program (SBP) for the 2024-2025 school year. This program allows all students enrolled at Groveport Madison Schools to receive free breakfast and lunch regardless of household income.
Groveport Madison Schools families will not need to submit meal applications for the free meal benefits, as all enrolled students are automatically eligible. The CEP also eliminates any stigma associated with free or reduced-price meals, promoting equality and fostering a supportive atmosphere for all students.
MEDIA RELEASE - CEP Approval.pdf
FREE HEALTH CAREDid you know that families with children eligible for school meals may be eligible for FREE health care coverage through Medicaid and/or Ohio’s Healthy Start & Healthy Families programs? These programs include coverage for doctor visits, immunizations, physicals, prescriptions, dental, vision, mental health, substance abuse, and more. Please call
1-800-324-8680 for more information or to request an application. Information can also be found on the web at
http://jfs.ohio.gov/ohp/consumers/familychild.stm.Anyone who has an Ohio Medicaid card is already receiving these services.
HOUSEHOLD INCOME/SUMMER EBT SURVEY
Our district may be eligible for various state and federal program benefits as a participant in the CEP under the NSLP. If your income falls within or below the guidelines listed on the form, please complete, sign, and return this application to your school building.
Ohio-Household-Income-Form-2024-2025.pdfPlease note; your child will receive a breakfast/lunch at no charge regardless of whether or not you fill out this form.