The purpose of this page is to give answers to some of the questions that the department receives from students, parents, teachers and employees.
It will be updated regularly.
How can my child receive free or reduced meals?
Households must fill out an application to see if they qualify for free or reduced meals. Qualification is based on income levels, which are set by the State. Applications are available at any school's cafeteria and are mailed to all households at the beginning of the school year. Households can securily sign up online for free/reduced lunch at www.lunchapplication.com.
How can I pay for my child's meals?
Payment is accepted at the cafeteria where the child attends school. You can pre-pay on their account any time throughout the year or send money daily. NEW!! Parents can now sign up to pay for their child(ren)'s meals online! Go to www.lunchprepay.com now!
How much do meals costs?
Student meal prices are:
Breakfast: reduced .30¢ full pay .75¢
Lunch: reduced .40¢ full pay $1.50
Adult meal prices are:
Breakfast: $2.00
Lunch: $3.40
How can I become a worker in a cafeteria?
Persons wishing to become employed in our cafeterias must first work as a substitute for one year. Substitute job postings are handled through the Job Services office in Hartsville. Available substitute positions are posted several times throughout the year.
Why are adult food portions the same size as a student's?
The Federal Government mandates that all meal portions are the same regardless if it is a child or an adult. The adult is charged more because the school district does not receive any additional funding for an adult meal.
How can I contact someone in the Food Services Department?
The following are contact numbers for the Food Services Department:
Pam Vaughan, Director, 398-2315
Frieda Goodman, Payroll, 398-2316
Barbara McLendon, Accounts Payable, 398-2317
Rene' Sturgeon, Network Administrator/Free & Reduced Lunch Applications, 398-2318
NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT: In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability. To file a complaint of discrimination, write to USDA, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Ave., SW, Washington, DC 20250-9410 or call (202) 720-5964 (voice and TDD).
USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.