Plainfield School District Piloting School Breakfast Program

PLAINFIELD, IL — Officials say the Plainfield School District will begin offering breakfast in the classroom, piloting the program in a few of the district's 17 elementary schools, including Meadow View.

Breakfast will be served on a rolling cart directly to students in their classrooms or carts will be placed in the hallway so students can grab breakfast and go right to class, officials said.

Breakfast will be $1.55, but some students may qualify for free breakfast or a reduced cost of 30 cents.

The district cites studies showing children who eat breakfast are better prepared for the school day, achieving higher scores on reading a math tests, showing improved behavior and attentiveness and experiencing lower tardy rates and disciplinary referrals. Officials said they hope the program will boost class participation and awareness.

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