Applications for participation in the Child Nutrition Programs will only be accepted from April 1 to May 31 of each year.  The application and all program requirements must be completed by July 31.  On August 1, all incomplete applications will become null and void.  Reapplication will not be accepted until April 1 of the following year.  

In addition to the above requirements, districts/charters that previously participated in the Child Nutrition Programs and were terminated must complete the following program requirements prior to approval: repayment of any monies owed to TDA and attendance (by all Child Nutrition personnel) of a mandatory Compliance training in August, at the expense of the district/charter, at the Austin office.  Additionally, during the first year of application the district/charter must successfully pass a Coordinated Review Effort (CRE).

Click on the links below to access parts 1 and 2 of the Child Nutrition Programs application.

Application (Part 1 of 2)

Application (Part 2 of 2)