Greeneville City Schools has released its updated policy for free and reduced-price school meals for the 2025–2026 school year under the National School Lunch and Breakfast Programs.
The district will continue participating in the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) for four elementary schools:
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Eastview Elementary
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Hal Henard Elementary
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Highland Elementary
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Tusculum View Elementary
Under CEP, all students enrolled at these schools will receive free breakfast, lunch, and snacks (when available) with no application required. This program, part of the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010, allows eligible schools to offer meals at no cost to all students while meeting USDA nutritional guidelines.
Students at Greeneville Middle School and Greeneville High School are not covered under CEP and may still qualify for free or reduced-price meals based on household income. Families are encouraged to complete an application either online or in paper form.
Who Can Get Free or Reduced-Price Meals?
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Children may receive free or reduced-price meals if their household income falls within the limits set by the Federal Income Eligibility Guidelines.
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Children in households receiving benefits from:
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Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
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Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR)
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Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
are automatically eligible for free meals.
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Children in households receiving Medicaid benefits may also qualify for free or reduced-price meals.
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Foster children under the legal responsibility of a foster care agency or court are eligible for free meals.
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Children enrolled in their school’s Head Start or eligible pre-kindergarten program qualify for free meals.
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Children who are identified as homeless, runaway, or migrant are eligible for free meals.
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Children who are “directly certified” (matched with approved government benefit programs) automatically qualify for free meals.
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When known to Greeneville City Schools, households will be notified of their children’s eligibility based on participation in SNAP, FDPIR, TANF, or other qualifying programs.
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Households will also be notified if a child is identified as Other Source Categorically Eligible, which includes children who are:
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Homeless
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Migrant
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Runaway
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In foster care
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Enrolled in Head Start or a qualifying pre-K program
(For more details, see this USDA guidance)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Meal Eligibility and the Application Process
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How do I know if my children qualify as homeless, migrant, or runaway?
If your household lacks a permanent address, is staying in a shelter, hotel, or other temporary housing, or relocates seasonally, your children may qualify. Children who have left their previous household or family and are living with you may also qualify.
➤ If you believe this applies to your household and have not received confirmation of meal eligibility, please contact:
Angelia Manuel, Director of Family Resources
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Do I need to fill out a separate application for each child?
No. Use one Free and Reduced-Price School Meals Application per household. Make sure all required information is completed.
➤ Return completed forms to:
Brianna Holt
129 West Depot Street, Greeneville, TN 37743
Phone: 423-787-8012 | Email: [email protected] -
Should I fill out an application if I already received a letter saying my children are approved for free meals?
No. However, read the letter carefully. If any children in your household were not listed, contact Brianna Holt immediately using the contact information above. -
Can I apply online?
Yes! Online applications are encouraged and follow the same requirements as paper forms.
➤ Apply at: https://frapps.horizonsolana.com/GREC01
➤ For help with the online application, contact Brianna Holt. -
My child’s application was approved last year. Do I need to submit a new one?
Yes. Each application is only valid for one school year and for a short grace period at the start of the next (through September 12, 2025). A new application must be submitted unless you’ve received notification of eligibility for the new year. -
I receive WIC. Can my children get free meals?
Possibly. Households participating in WIC may qualify for free or reduced-price meals. Please submit an application. -
Will the information I provide be verified?
Yes. School officials may verify income for selected households during the school year. If selected, you will be asked to provide documentation.
