Dear Parents and Guardians:

We are pleased to announce that Fayette County Schools will be implementing a new option available to select schools in Tennessee that participate in the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs.  It is called the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) and will begin in school year 2014-15.

What does CEP mean for my student(s) who attend Fayette County Schools? In a CEP school, all students receive a nutritious breakfast and lunch at no cost, regardless of family income.

What if my child changes schools? Your child is eligible for free meals at the school where he/she is currently enrolled.  If he/she eats meals at or transfer to a non-CEP school during the 2014-15 school year, you may be responsible for meal charges.

Why is Fayette County Schools requesting financial information? The information you provide will help ensure that your child continues to have access to the level of resources he/she currently has at school.  It impacts funding that each school receives from the federal and state government, affecting provisions such as … Title 1, IDEA Funding, eRate funding, & BEP Funding.

How will this information be protected? In keeping with current practices, all information provided is private and confidential as required by state and federal statute.  State and federal formulas use only aggregate information for funding calculations.

What do I need to do?  Please complete the Lunch cards received at the beginning of school and return them to your child’s school.  Your assistance in maintaining current funding levels is greatly appreciated.