Free or Reduced Lunch 

Why are students who qualify for reduced-price meals getting free meals?

Maryland State continues to cover the meal cost for students who qualify for reduced-price meals.

How do we apply for free or reduced-price meals?

Visit the FCPS Food Service online parent portal at www.linqconnect.com and click on School Services and then select Free & Reduced Meal Application. Type Frederick County in the District box, then choose Frederick County Public Schools (MD) (Frederick, MD).  Parameters to qualify for Free or Reduced-price Meal benefits can be found in our press release. Some families will receive an email or letter stating they do not have to fill out an application because they have already been qualified or directly certified by Maryland State because they are receiving other government assistance. If you are not sure if you qualify or have already been approved, please call the Food and Nutrition Services office at 240-586-8152 before completing an application.

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To see a breakdown of the income eligibility guidelines, click here .