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Westonka Foodies Welcome Letter
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During the 2024-25 school year, school breakfast and lunch meals will again be fully funded for all students in Minnesota in grades K-12. Westonka preschool students also qualify. We invite your student(s) to eat one free breakfast meal and one free lunch meal each school day. Although no application is required to receive this free meal benefit, filling out the Application for Educational Benefits is still important! Your child(ren) may qualify for other benefits like reduced fees at school. Your application may also help the school qualify for education funds, discounts, and other meal programs. Please apply by August 29, 2024 to help our schools and students!
The Westonka Foodies meal program and style of service will remain very similar to previous years. We will continue to offer whole grains, 100% lean muscle protein items, local fruits and vegetables when available, and fresh cold milk. Students will continue to use their PIN when moving through the lines, and à la carte items will be available for purchase for students that need additional food or beverages to help them feel satisfied.
The federal government will cover the cost of the meal for students that qualify for educational benefits (previously known as free/reduced price meals). The State of Minnesota will cover the cost of students that do not qualify for educational benefits. If your household income is equal or less than the maximum total income chart found below, please be sure to complete and submit the Application for Educational Benefits by August 31.
Printable Applications
- Application for Educational Benefits - English (PDF)
- Application for Educational Benefits - Spanish (PDF)
- Application for Educational Benefits - Russian (PDF)
- Other Translations
5 Reasons to Fill Out and Return the Educational Benefits Application
- Summer - EBT money for wach qualifying student sent directly to the family
- Increased funding for Westonka Public Schools
- Discounts on Mound Westonka High School sports and activities fees
- Community discounts (e.g., internet service)
- Consideration for lower school fees
You can find a Family Resources Guide on the Westonka Foodies website with a list of even more benefits for your student and family: www.westonkafoodies.com.
Return your completed Educational Benefits Application to: Westonka Foodies, 5905 Sunnyfield Road E, Minnetrista, MN 55364, scan/e-mail to baileyd@westonka.k12.mn.us, or fax to (952) 491-8083. Please note that families MUST reapply for educational benefits each school year. Families that qualified for educational benefits in school year 2023-24 will be placed on a temporary status until the end of the day on Monday, October 14, 2024.
At the beginning of the school year, we ask that families return the completed form by Thursday, August 29, 2024 so that the application can be processed before the first day of school. However, families can apply for educational benefits at any time during the school year. This application can also be completed online via www.westonkafoodies.com.
If you have questions or need help, please contact Deb Bailey at (952) 491-8088 or baileyd@westonka.k12.mn.us.
Maximum Total Income
Frequently Asked Questions
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Who should complete the Application for Educational Benefits?
Children in households participating in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP) or Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR), and foster, homeless, migrant and runaway children qualify without reporting household income. Alternatively, children can qualify if their household income is within the maximum income shown for their household size.
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I get WIC or Medical Assistance. Can my children qualify?
Children in households participating in WIC or Medical Assistance do not automatically qualify. Children may be eligible depending on other household financial information. Please fill out an application.
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Who should I include as household members?
Include yourself and all other people living in the household, related or not (such as grandparents, other relatives, or friends).
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May I apply if someone in my household is not a U.S. citizen?
Yes. You or your children do not have to be U.S. citizens for you to complete an application.
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What if my income is not always the same?
List the amount that you normally get. If you normally get overtime, include it, but not if you get overtime only sometimes. For seasonal work, write in the total annual income.
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Will the income information or case number I give be checked?
It may be. We may also ask you to send written proof.
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How will the information be kept?
Information you provide on the form, and your child’s approval for benefits, will be protected as private data. For more information see the back page of the Application for Educational Benefits.
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If I don’t qualify now, may I apply later?
Yes. Please complete an application at any time if your income goes down, your household size goes up, or you start getting SNAP, MFIP or FDPIR benefits.
