August 7, 2007

Dear Parent/Guardian:

We are excited to introduce a one (1) year Pilot Program for our Reduced Breakfast and Lunch Program in addition to our Free Meal Program.

In the past the charge for reduced breakfast and lunch, for those students who were eligible was $.25. This school year we will be implementing a Pilot Program in which the charge for a reduced meal will be $0.00.

Our intent is to insure that every student eligible receives healthy nutritious meals during the school day.

Many studies have been done on nutrition and the effects on learning. The results to these studies consistently show that students that eat nutritious meals improve their grades, are able to pay attention easier in class, decrease disruptive behavior, decrease tardiness and absenteeism and will have fewer visits to the nurse.

I would like to remind you that our free and reduced program is completely confidential. This is achieved with the use of the school photo ID cards that each student is provided with. All students swipe his or her card when going through the cafeteria line, therefore, no one is able to distinguish if a student pays for a meal or if it is a free or reduced.

Please take a moment to look over the free and reduced price eligibility income chart on the enclosed packet to determine if your children are eligible for the free and reduced program.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact David Mastin, Business Manager at 728-2212 or Deb Mehlenbacher, Cafeteria Manager at

585-728-2150.

Sincerely,

David Mastin

Business Manager