MLWGS has begun taking steps to make its services more accessible to those students with financial difficulties. Following an October 17 decision by the regional school board, the school has officially started its own its own program to provide lunch vouchers.
“It’s in place, it’s been aproved, and it’s working.” said Mr. Phil Tharp, Coordinator of Administration.
The program, modeled on one used by Hanover County schools, provides a $4.50 credit every day, for students to use towards a full meal. These credits are placed on lunch line cards, identical to regular cards in both use and appearance. A To qualify for a credit, students must be part of a household receiving food stamps or Temporary Aid from the Department of Social Services; foster children are also subject to the criteria.
Students interested in credit for the 2008-2009 school year, can apply at any time during the year. Applications can be found either in the attendance office or in Ms. Williams office
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