JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — For the 2023 to 2024 school year, Duval County Public Schools will be making school meals free.
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The Community Eligibility Provision program is helping kids who need meals during school.
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Chartwells can now offer a variety of foods and new options for public schools.
DCPS also made the meals free last year.
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