National School Lunch Program
Bishop Chatard participates in the National School Lunch Program which provides free or reduced-priced breakfast and lunch for students who qualify. Families who believe they may be eligible are encouraged to apply. Qualifying students may also receive additional benefits, including textbook assistance.- Families must re-apply every year!
- Applications for the Free/Reduced-Price Meals Program open August 1, 2026.
- If a student qualifies for free/reduced-price lunches, he/she automatically qualifies for textbook assistance.
- Qualifying students may also be eligible for SAT/ACT fee waivers and possible college application fee waivers. See BCHS College Counselor Kate Burkett (kburkett@bishopchatard.org) for information on these fee waivers.
How to apply for Free/Reduced-Price Meals
Apply Each Year
- Go to MyMealTime.com, Free Reduced-Price Lunch Application
- If you already have a MyMealtime account, use your username/password to login to the above link.
- If you do not have a MyMealtime account, you will need to create one by clicking on 'Create A Profile.'
- Meal Time - QuickStart Flyer (English & Spanish) MealTime: Detailed Instructions
- English Version of Application
- Versión en español de la solicitud
- Drop off completed paper applications in the main office.
- If your situation changes, applications can be made at any time throughout the school year.
- Applications and participation are confidential. Students access this benefit when using their Meal Time account just like all other students.