Overview
Section 9(b)(3) of the NSLA and regulations at 7 CFR 245.6a(c)(1) establish requirements for LEAs in conducting verification of eligibility for free and reduced price meals based on applications in participating schools. Verification is only required when eligibility is determined through the application process and is not required for eligibility determinations made through the direct certification process.
The Eligibility Manual for School Meals provides comprehensive information on the Federal requirements, policies, and procedures for establishing eligibility in the USDA School Meals Programs.
Verification Materials
- Verification Forms Packet- Supplementary materials that may be used to complete the Verification process to meet the annual Verification requirements.
- Statement of Earnings (Spanish) (Hmong)
Verification Letter Templates:
Policy and Guidance
- Beginning Verification before October 1: Guidance to Local Educational Agencies SP 42-2017, USDA, 09/08/17
- Ensuring Access to Free and Reduced Price Meals for Low-Income Students SP 43-2016, USDA, 06/30/16
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Verification for Cause in the School Meal Programs SP 13-2012, USDA, 02/10/2012
Contacts
Alyssa Santana, RDN, CD
Nutrition Program Consultant
(608) 266-1046
Susan Bostian Young
Nutrition Program Consultant
(608) 267-1066
Michelle Zvonar
Nutrition Program Consultant
(608) 267-9125
Christy Thompson, RDN, CD
Nutriton Program Consultant
(608) 266-0044