tennessee announces 2009-10 school meal guidelines

Nashville, TN – The Tennessee Department of Education today announced the 2009-10 federal income guidelines for free and reduced price meals for children in Tennessee schools as determined by the United States Department of Agriculture. The USDA’s school meals programs help ensure all students have access to a nutritious diet.
“Research indicates that eating habits affect students performance, so we know a hungry child has a difficult time learning,” Education Commissioner Timothy Webb said. “School meals are a healthy option for students and can be the fuel our children need to improve their learning opportunities.”