Hickory Public Schools and Alexander County Schools both are piloting free breakfast and lunch programs for all students for the 2023-2024 school year through the federal Community Eligibility Program. Students can participate in these meal programs without paying a fee or applying for meal benefits.
For more info (Alexander): Free School Meals for ACS Students (alexander.k12.nc.us)
For more info (Hickory): FREE Meals for All Students – Hickory Public Schools (hickoryschools.net)
