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33 Houston ISD schools ending automatic free lunch program: What parents need to know
Summary by The Bellaire Editorial Desk Re'Chelle Turner , as published by KPRC 2 Click2Houston (NBC) - Local
· August 3, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway This change affects 33 schools in the district.
A change is coming to some schools in the Houston area. Families may need to take extra steps to get free or reduced-price meals for their children. Certain campuses are no longer part of a program that provided automatic free meals.
Some students may still be eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, but their families will have to apply. This change affects 33 schools in the district. Further information is available for parents who want to learn more about the change and how to apply for meal benefits.
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Category: schools Published: August 3, 2026 Source: KPRC 2 Click2Houston (NBC) - Local Reading time: 1 min
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