Portland Public Schools to Pilot Universal Free Lunch Program
By Local News Reporter | Published 2026-02-08T20:38:45.542Z
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Portland Public Schools (PPS) is set to launch a universal free lunch program in the upcoming academic year, aiming to provide every student with access to nutritious meals regardless of their...
Portland Public Schools (PPS) is set to launch a universal free lunch program in the upcoming academic year, aiming to provide every student with access to nutritious meals regardless of their family's income. The initiative, championed by a coalition of local advocacy groups and school board members, seeks to address food insecurity among students and improve overall academic performance.
The program will be piloted in select schools across the district, representing a diverse range of socioeco
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