Online Meal Benefit Forms are now available!

It’s time to apply! The 2025–2026 Meal Benefit Forms for St. Mary’s County Public Schools (SMCPS) are now available online at smcps.org/meals. All families are encouraged to apply early, as a new application is required every school year—even if your student qualified last year.

Completing a Meal Benefit Application helps determine your student’s eligibility for free or reduced-price meals and ensures continued access to important programs and resources.

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✅ What You’ll Need to Apply:

Before starting your application, have the following information ready:

• Student name, date of birth, grade level, school, and student ID

• Income details for all household members (including adults and children not enrolled in SMCPS)

• Contact information for your household

One application per household should include all students and household members.

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🖥️ How to Apply:

You can apply quickly and securely online at
👉 smcps.org/meals

• Look for the Meal Services button or slider on the SMCPS homepage.

• From there, you’ll be directed to the MySchoolApps portal.

• Search by zip code or state to find St. Mary’s County Public Schools.

• Follow the on-screen instructions to complete and submit your form.

Need assistance?
📞 Call 301-475-4256 ext. 5
📧 Email foodservice@smcps.org

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📄 Resources Available:

• Meal Benefit Application Form (PDF)

• Step-by-Step Instructions

• Breakfast Program Info

• Watch the Instructional Video

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📌 Reminder: Submitting an application not only helps your family—it also supports school funding for critical student services. Even if your child brings lunch from home or doesn’t plan to eat school meals every day, completing the form is still important.