Hays CISD Child Nutrition uses one app for your cafeteria needs. Hays CISD partners with SchoolCafe, a safe and secure way for parents to apply for free & reduced-price meals and make online payments to student's cafeteria accounts. Follow the link to get started. https://www.schoolcafe.com/hayscisd

Do I need to fill out an application every year?

Yes, every school year each household is required to fill out an application for the current school year.

Where can I get an application?

You can easily apply online https://www.schoolcafe.com/hayscisd or you can get a paper application from the Child Nutrition office.

Do I need to fill out an application if I already received a letter stating that my student/students are on the program for the current school year?

If you already received a letter stating your student qualifies for free/reduced price benefits for the current school year, then you do not need to fill out an application. 

Do I need to fill out an application for every student in my household?

You only need to fill out 1 application per household.

Updated 8/2/23

Please call the Child Nutrition office at 512-268-1336 if you need assistance or have questions filling out the application. All applications are processed on a first-in first-out basis. A  letter stating the results of your application will be mailed home.