Fee Waivers

Qualifying families are eligible to receive meal benefits and waivers for school fees.

Online applications open each summer. Parents/guardians must submit the application in Infinite Campus by the annual deadline to determine eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How do I apply?

Do I have to reapply each year?

Which fees are covered through the waiver?

Are there payment plan options if I'm not approved?

What meal options are available if I qualify for Free and Reduced-Price meals?

Illinois Income Guidelines for Free and Reduced Meals

The following is the definition of income:

Income is defined as any monies earned before any deductions such as income taxes, social security taxes, insurance premiums, charitable contributions, and bonds. It includes the following: (1) monetary compensation for services including wages, salary, commissions or fees; (2) net income from non-farm self-employment; (3) net income from farm self-employment; (4) Social Security; (5) dividends or interest on savings or bonds or income from estates or trusts; (6) net rental income; (7) public assistance or welfare payments; (8) unemployment compensation; (9) government civilian employee or military retirement or pensions or veteran payments; (10) private pensions or annuities; (11) alimony or child support payments; (12) regular contributions from persons not living in the household; (13) net royalties; and (14) other cash income. Other cash income would include cash amounts received or withdrawn from any source including savings, investments, trust accounts, and other resources which would be available to pay the price of a child’s meal.