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IDEA opens cafeterias for free summer meals
By Katelyn Carlock at KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· June 23, 2026
· 1 min read
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - IDEA Public Schools is serving free meals to any kid 18 and under, whether they go to IDEA or not.The program runs through July 31 at select IDEA campuses. Kids can get free breakfast from 7:30 to 9 a.m. and lunch from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday through Friday.Meals have to ...
Key takeaway The program runs through July 31 at select IDEA campuses.
Why this matters in The Midland
The free summer meal program at IDEA Public Schools addresses a critical need in Midland , where many families rely on school meals to feed their children during the academic year. By providing free breakfast and lunch to kids 18 and under, regardless of their school affiliation, IDEA is helping to fill a nutritional gap that can have significant consequences for a child's health and well-being. This initiative also underscores the community's commitment to supporting its most vulnerable members, particularly during the summer months when resources can be scarce. As the program runs through July 31, local families can take advantage of this opportunity to ensure their children have access to healthy meals, and community members can look to similar initiatives as a model for addressing food insecurity in Midland. The program's success will likely depend on participation and awareness, making it crucial for local families to spread the word and take advantage of this valuable resource.
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Category: schools ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - IDEA Public Schools is serving free meals to any kid 18 and under, whether they go to IDEA or not.The program runs through July 31 at select IDEA campuses. Kids can get free breakfast from 7:30 to 9 a.m. and lunch from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday through Friday.Meals have to ...
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