Community Eligibility Provision Notification
Dear Parent or Guardian: Date: August 24, 2023
We are pleased to inform you that Chicago Ridge School District 127.5, will again be participating in the
National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs called the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) for the
current school year.
What does this mean for you and your children attending the school(s) identified above?
Great news for you and your students! All enrolled students of Chicago Ridge School District 127.5
are eligible to receive a healthy breakfast and lunch at school at no charge to your household each day of the
this school year. No further action is required of you. Your child(ren) will be able to participate in these
meal programs without having to pay a fee or submit an application.
If we can be of any further assistance, please contact me at kpicciolini@crsd1275.org.
Sincerely,
Kathy Picciolini
Business Manager/CSBO
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