All students will receive free meals for the 2022-2023 school year regardless of eligibility status.

Meal Online Application |
The Chula Vista Elementary School District is making it easier for families to apply for free or reduced price school meals.
The online application:
* Ensure that application is completely filled out.
* Provides application in English or Spanish.
* Keeps data secure and confidential.
* Accelerates the application review process and the determination of your child's eligibility status.
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You can complete and submit an application in minutes from any internet enabled computer. To access this application click here or the apple slice. It is that easy!
How to Apply - Paper Application Process
To be considered for free or reduced price meals for your child(ren), complete an application. Paper applications are available at your school site or the Child Nutrition Office, located at 84 East J Street, Chula Vista, CA 91910. Please return the completed application to the school office or CNS Office.
Eligibility Determination Criteria
Eligibility is based on the household income and number of people living in the home.
SchoolCafé
Use SchoolCafé to manage your child's cafeteria account, make payments, view purchase history, receive low balance alerts, and view school menus. For convenience, setup automatic payments to replenish their cafeteria funds. Learn what is being served in the school cafeteria and provide feedback by rating and sharing items. To help your child know if their favorite item is on the menu, you can favorite items and SchoolCafé will send you a notification before school starts so that you can help remind them it's on the menu.