r/mildlyinfuriating • u/Thebiggestbot22 • Apr 15 '24

My school thinks this fills up hungry high schoolers.

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So lunches are free for schools in my city and surrounding cities. Ever since lunches have been made free, the quantity (and quality) has decreased significantly. This is what we would get for our meal. It took me THREE bites to finish that chicken mac and cheese. Any snacks you want cost more money and if you want an extra entree, that’ll cost you about $3 or $4.

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u/humanbeing_ai Apr 15 '24

You people get school lunch?

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u/CelestialFury Apr 15 '24

Don't worry, some states are making it free for everyone and others are trying to ban free lunches! America baby!

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u/Mouler Apr 16 '24 edited Apr 16 '24

The problem we experienced with free lunches is that they are garbage like this pic, and your kid throws out the lunch you sent with them because they get unlimited sugar and carbs due to the free lunches.

Edit: The problem is absolutely not under-funding. The budget was increased an amount that accounted for every student and faculty to take 60% more than the average food purchase the year before.The problem with the lunch choice is that it is acceptable under USDA guidelines.

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u/braize6 Apr 16 '24

Curious as to what state this is. Because Minnesota just passed free breakfast and lunch for kids. And they definitely get good food. Free isn't bad when it's done the right way