Dear CC Parents and Guardians,

We’re pleased to share an important update regarding student meals at CC.

Beginning January 1, 2026, CC will participate in Michigan’s School Meals for All program.

What this means for students:

Each student will receive one free breakfast and one free lunch each school day. Meals will be combo meals only, which include an entrée, fruit, vegetable, and milk. Second meals will not be provided at no cost.

À la carte items will still be available for purchase. Students must have funds in their lunch accounts to purchase these items, and no credit will be given—no exceptions.

Michigan has approved $1.6 million for the 2025–26 school year to support private schools that offer both breakfast and lunch through this program.

To ensure a smooth launch, please make sure your student’s lunch account is not in arrears, as the program must begin with positive account balances.

MAKE A FOOD SERVICE PAYMENT

It’s more than the form:

Even though meals will be free, all families must continue to complete the Education Benefits Form each year. This form is critical for ensuring CC receives funding for important student programs and services.

Completing the form takes less than five minutes, and every form counts. Each application not submitted means lost resources for our students.

Submitting the Education Benefits Form may help provide:

• Health and wellness services
• Before- and after-school academic and enrichment programs
• Guidance and college counseling support
• Fee waivers for college applications and admissions tests
• Classroom and instructional resources

EDUCATION BENEFITS FORM

if you have questions about the School Meals for All program, please contact Eileen O’Brien at eileenobrien@grcatholiccentral.org.

Thank you for your partnership in supporting our students and our community.

Best regards,Catholic Central Food Service