school meals

Congress is rushing to pass an extension for some of the school meal waivers that provided support to families and schools during the pandemic that expire June 30.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture is extending waivers that give school districts across the country more flexibility to provide free summer meals for children. 

Guilford County school leaders are asking federal lawmakers to continue a summer program that serves any child who needs a meal and is set to end next week.

Many state school districts are worried about reaching vulnerable students who qualify for free and reduced-price meals, as buildings remain closed because of COVID-19 concerns.