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School meal price increase for the 2026-27 school year

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School meal price increase for the 2026-27 school year

Last night, the Board of Education approved a 25-cent price increase for school meals for the 2026-27 school year. The increase is necessary to cover rising costs of food, supplies, and wages and benefits for staff.

Full-paid prices for next school year will be:

  • Elementary breakfast: $2.25
  • Middle and high breakfast: $2.50
  • Elementary lunch: $4
  • Middle and high lunch: $4.25

Even with the price increase, school meals continue to be a great value. Meals are nutrient rich and include low-fat dairy, whole grains, lean meats, and an assortment of fruits and vegetables with a variety of offerings for students to choose from daily. The meal prices remain reasonable compared to other school systems in North Carolina. Learn more.

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