Application for Educational Benefits

Austin Public Schools currently is in the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) for the 2024-25 school year.

What does Free School Meals for Kids Program provide to my student?

All enrolled students are eligible to receive a healthy breakfast and lunch at school at no charge to your household each school day.

Should we fill out an Application for Educational Benefits form?

Yes, please complete the form by paper or online (see links below). Our school could receive additional state and federal funds based on the number and/or percentage of students enrolled who reside in households that meet established federal income guidelines. We use the Alternate Application for Educational Benefits to collect household information. The application also helps the district qualify for education funds and discounts. Please help our Austin Public Schools by completing and submitting the form to your school OR mailing it to: 

Food & Nutrition Department
301 3rd St. NW
Austin, MN 55912

Your student(s) may qualify additional benefits such as reduced fees or the Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer (S-EBT) which is a federal temporary emergency nutrition benefit that is loaded onto electronic cards for families to purchase food. At public schools, your application also helps us qualify for education funds and discounts.

Online Application for Educational Benefits

Application for Educational Benefits

Application for Federal Benefits en Español