If families need assistance paying for school meals, please complete a Meal Benefits Application to receive breakfast and lunch for free or at a reduced price.

If you are unsure if you need to apply for this year, please contact Food and Nutrition Central office for assistance at 941-486-2199.

Students who are well-fed are more likely to be focused and ready to learn. The Sarasota County School District has long been a leader in serving delicious, nutritious school meals, using locally grown products whenever possible. On average, we serve 36,000 meals every day. 

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