BOSTON, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — In the first year of state-funded universal free school meals, 12.2 million more lunches and 9 million more breakfasts were served over the previous year. Governor Healey announced nearly seven out of ten students are eating school lunches now, which frequently feature local food sources.
“In addition to benefiting students and families, the state’s investment in universal free school meals has also been an investment in school nutrition programs,” said Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll. “With more predictable revenue, schools and districts have been able to invest in locally sourced food and have produced impressive menu options.”