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MISD and ECISD to continue free meals for students this school year
Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk Isabella Garriga , as published by KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· August 4, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further information can be found through the districts' announcements, which outline the specifics of the free meal program for the upcoming school year.
Families with students in local school districts can expect some financial relief. Free meals will be provided to all students, with no distinction based on household income. This applies to students in both districts, from the youngest to the oldest grade levels.
Details about the program are available from the school districts. It is known that no additional steps are required for families to take advantage of this offer. The districts have made arrangements to provide meals at no cost to families.
Further information can be found through the districts' announcements, which outline the specifics of the free meal program for the upcoming school year.
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Category: schools Published: August 4, 2026 Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Families with students in local school districts can expect some financial relief. Free meals will be provided to all students, with no distinction based on household income. This applies to students…
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