Child Nutrition Services
Liberty Hill ISD participates in the School Breakfast Program and National School Lunch Program, providing nutritious, USDA-compliant meals designed to support student learning and well-being. Balanced breakfast and lunch options are available at all campuses.
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7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
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Family Resources
Quickly access the most frequently used Child Nutrition resources.
Free & Reduced Meals
Submit your family's annual meal benefits application through Skyward.
Apply in Skyward →Help Us Clear the Table
Unpaid student meal balances can add up quickly across a fast-growing school district. As of Oct. 1, 2026, Liberty Hill ISD has $23,226 in outstanding student meal balances.
Our Lunch Hero program gives community members an opportunity to help families by contributing directly toward unpaid balances. Donations support students and help reduce costs that may otherwise remain with the district at the end of the year.
$71,990 2025–26 year-end negative balance
$34,000 Donated toward balances in 2025–26
Meal balance figures are updated periodically and may change as payments, donations and account adjustments are processed.
Current procedures remain in place
Student Meal Account Information
No changes have been made to LHISD meal balance procedures at this time. The information below provides additional context about student meal account balances, current district discussions and frequently asked questions.
We know there have been some questions and concerns about student meal account balances. No changes have been made at this time, but the district has begun discussions about how to appropriately manage these costs in the future. Unfortunately, some information was released prematurely through district and campus channels. We apologize for this mistake and are reviewing our internal communications processes with district teams and campuses to ensure more streamlined communication in the future.
At the end of the last fiscal year, LHISD had more than $70,000 in unpaid student meal balances. To ensure these costs do not increase, we have begun reviewing how unpaid meal balances are addressed. We also recognize that this is not a simple issue, and we will need to take time to ensure our processes are thorough, communicated clearly and remain focused on our student success.
Districtwide decisions are communicated first by the district through ParentSquare and other district communication channels, followed by campus reminders through newsletters and other appropriate channels. We may partner with local media to share information with the broader community, but we do not do so before communicating directly with our families.
Student Meal Account FAQ
Select a question below to view the answer.
What are LHISD's recent unpaid meal balance totals?
As of Oct. 1, 2026, the districtwide unpaid student meal balance for the 2026–27 school year is $23,226.
| Year | Negative Balance Total | Donations | Negative Balance Paid by LHISD |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023–24 | $47,854 | $29,353 | $18,501 |
| 2024–25 | $53,120 | $31,128 | $21,992 |
| 2025–26 | $71,990 | $34,000 | $37,990 |
| 2026–27 YTD | $23,226 | — | — |
2026–27 is a current year-to-date balance as of Oct. 1, 2026. Donation and district-paid totals are not yet final for the current school year.
Has LHISD changed its meal balance policy?
No. LHISD has not made any changes to its meal balance procedures at this time. The district is discussing how unpaid meal balances should be managed in the future.
Why is the district discussing changes?
At the end of the last fiscal year, LHISD had more than $70,000 in unpaid student meal balances. As a public school district, we want to ensure these costs do not increase.
Will students be denied a meal if they have a negative account balance?
No. LHISD has not made any changes to the current meal service procedures. Students will continue to have access to a meal at school.
Is the district considering taking meals away from students?
No. LHISD does not plan to start a process that takes meals away from students. We understand this is a sensitive issue, and ensuring our students have access to a meal remains an important consideration as the district reviews its options.
Why doesn't the district simply cover unpaid meal balances?
LHISD is a public school district and must carefully consider how taxpayer-funded resources are used. While we want to support our students and families, we also have a responsibility to establish sustainable practices for managing unpaid meal balances. LHISD does receive donations from some local organizations to help cover unpaid meal accounts, but it does not cover the full amount owed.
If you are interested in helping families in need by being a school lunch hero, please donate through the Lunch Hero program.
What should families do if they are having difficulty paying for meals?
Families who may qualify for meal assistance are encouraged to complete the district's free and reduced-price meal application.
If your family is experiencing a temporary financial hardship, please reach out to your campus. They may be able to connect you with available resources or community-supported financial assistance to help with meal costs during a difficult time.
Families who are able to pay are encouraged to keep their student's meal account current. Please check your Skyward Family Access account to ensure your meal balance is positive and is set up for automated renewals.
Does LHISD provide free meals to all students?
LHISD does not currently provide free meals to all students districtwide. Eligibility for federal meal programs varies by district and school based on federal requirements and identified student populations. Learn more about the Federal Community Eligibility Provision (CEP).
Why did families hear about a possible change before the district made a decision?
Some information was shared prematurely through district and campus communication channels. We apologize for the confusion this caused. The district is reviewing its internal communication processes to help ensure information is coordinated and shared at the appropriate time moving forward.
How will families know if the meal balance procedures change?
Any districtwide change will be communicated directly to families through official district communication channels, including ParentSquare, before or as part of any campus-level communication.
Why was this information discussed in the media?
LHISD may work with local media to provide information to the broader community. However, districtwide decisions are communicated directly to our families through official district channels. In this case, no final decision had been made regarding meal balance procedures when the information was shared publicly.
When will the district make a decision?
There is currently no final decision or specific timeline for changes to meal balance procedures. The district will take the time needed to consider the financial, operational and student-related factors involved.
Child Nutrition Resources
Find meal applications, account information, pricing, menus, wellness resources and program information.
Free & Reduced-Price Meal Application
Families may submit a free or reduced-price meal application through Skyward Family Access .
After signing in:
- Make sure your student's name is selected.
- Select Food Service.
- Select Applications/Add Application.
Only one application per household is needed.
30-Day Grace Period
Students who qualified for free or reduced-price meals during the previous school year retain that eligibility for the first 30 school days of the new school year. A new application must be submitted each school year to continue benefits.
Families may also complete a paper application:
Hard copies are also available at each campus. For assistance, contact Child Nutrition Services at 512-260-5574.
Meal Accounts & Payments
Liberty Hill ISD families can use Skyward Family Access to manage and review student food service accounts.
Families can:
- View daily food purchases.
- Check the current meal account balance.
- Receive email reminders when the account balance drops below a selected amount.
- Deposit funds using a credit card, debit card or checking account through RevTrak .
- Submit a free or reduced-price meal application.
- Set limits for student à la carte and snack purchases.
In-person payments: LHISD cafeterias accept cash or checks.
Low and negative balance notifications are emailed weekly.
Meal Pricing
Meal prices for the 2026–27 school year are listed below. Secondary pricing applies to all Liberty Hill ISD middle and high schools.
Breakfast Pricing
| Type | Price |
|---|---|
| Elementary Student | $2.10 |
| Secondary Student | $2.25 |
| Reduced-Price Student | $0.00 |
| Adult | $3.50 |
Lunch Pricing
| Type | Price |
|---|---|
| Elementary Student | $3.30 |
| Secondary Student | $3.55 |
| Reduced-Price Student | $0.00 |
| Adult | $5.00 |
Menus & À La Carte Options
New Menu Platform
Our Child Nutrition Services vendor, Southwest Foodservice Excellence (SFE), recently moved away from Nutrislice and transitioned to a new platform for school meal menus.
Please note: Menus on the new platform may currently display the name of a specific Liberty Hill campus. All LHISD campuses at the same school level share the same menu. For example, an elementary menu applies to all LHISD elementary schools, even if a specific campus name appears on the menu. We are working with our vendor to make these naming conventions clearer.
Breakfast & Lunch Menus
À La Carte Menus
Child Nutrition Survey
Family feedback helps Liberty Hill ISD evaluate and improve its Child Nutrition programs. Families are invited to share their experiences and perspectives through the Child Nutrition Survey.
District Wellness Resources
Liberty Hill ISD maintains district wellness resources supporting student health, nutrition and well-being.
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