Prince William County Schools is expanding the Community Eligibility Provision from 44 schools to 68 for the 2024-2025 school year.
The CEP program is a meal service option for schools and districts in low-income areas and offers free breakfast and lunch. The program also does not require a household application from a parent or guardian to enroll in the program; instead, schools are reimbursed.
“Schools that adopt CEP are reimbursed using a formula based on the percentage of students categorically eligible for free meals based on their participation in other specific means-tested programs, such as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF),” the USDA website states.
This expansion comes after the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) decision to reduce the percentage of students who qualify for free meals from 40% to 25%.
PWCS media representatives said in a statement that CEP ensures all students receive nutritious meals, regardless of their family’s income.
“CEP improves meal access and promotes a more inclusive environment and equitable meal service,” the representatives said.
In the upcoming school year, PWCS can add 24 more schools — and roughly 26,516 students, according to a press release — to the program.
PWCS representatives also said they will continue to evaluate data and add qualifying schools each year.
The following schools were added for the next school year:
Elementary schools
- Antietam Elementary School
- Chris Yung Elementary School
- Coles Elementary School
- Covington-Harper Elementary School
- Kyle Wilson Elementary School
- Lake Ridge Elementary School
- Mary Williams Elementary School
- Montclair Elementary School
- Pattie Elementary School
- Penn Elementary School
- Rosa Parks Elementary School
- Signal Hill Elementary School
- Springwoods Elementary School
- Tyler Elementary School
- Victory Elementary School
- Westridge Elementary School
Middle schools
- Lake Ridge Middle School
- Parkside Middle School
- Potomac Shores Middle School
- Saunders Middle School
High schools
- C.D. Hylton High School
- Osbourn Park High School
- Potomac High School
- Woodbridge High SchoolÂ
Here is a list of all the qualifying CEP schools in PWCS.Â
Recent Stories
In this episode of the Potomac Local News Podcast, host Uriah Kiser sits down with Tracy McPeck and Darcy Caswell from the Central Rappahannock Regional Library (CRRL) to dive into the incredible programs happening this summer.
Speed cameras are here to stay outside schools and highway work zones in Prince William County.
Savor la dolce vita with handmade pasta, rustic ambiance, and romantic charm at Orofino in downtown Fredericksburg—your next unforgettable date night awaits.
Kalahari Resorts & Conventions celebrated a key construction milestone on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, as CEO Todd Nelson, Governor Glenn Youngkin (R), and state and local leaders gathered at the future site of Virginia’s largest indoor waterpark to tout the project’s progress and economic promise.
On June 20th, 2025, Woodbridge Rotary Club will be holding our 21st annual charity golf tournament. This tournament is in memory of two of our past Presidents and valued members of the community. Joe Devaney passed away March 22, 2005 and a few years ago, Bill O’Hop passed away barely a week after playing in this tournament in 2015. Both Joe and Bill were each other’s best friends and they both loved golf! Please help us pay tribute to our dear friends by participating in this tournament and helping us to support our local and international charities. If you are interested in golfing, sponsoring, donating a door prize and/or know someone who is, please contact us (Mark Worrilow [email protected] or 703-244-8702). Signing up is also possible using the QR code.
The most anticipated night of the year is almost here! This Saturday, May 31, step into the romance, elegance, and charm of Paris—without ever leaving Washington, DC.
Join us for An Evening in Paris, an unforgettable soirĂ©e celebrating the best of French culture. Experience an immersive evening filled with gourmet French cuisine, refined wines, captivating live music, and the irresistible ambiance of the City of Light. Whether you’re a lifelong Francophile or simply love a night of sophistication, this is a celebration you won’t want to miss.
✨ Highlights of the evening include:
Your Weight Matters National Convention
Hosted by the Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) since 2012, this highly-anticipated gathering is the nation’s leading gathering focused on empowering individuals with science-based education, support and practical tools for managing weight and improving health.
This unique Convention truly has something
Van Metre 5K Run
Participate in the 33rd Annual Van Metre 5K Run—a race that goes further than 3.1 miles, where every stride you take supports Children’s National Hospital. The Van Metre 5K Run donates 100% of proceeds to Children’s National Hospital and has
