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Food & Nutrition at the Paladin Cafe’

Kitchen Leads Kina & Jenny

In an effort to provide quality care and experiences for your student(s) at Paladin, we do our best to remove financial barriers. As such, Paladin provides FREE breakfast and lunch for all students, access to off-site learning experiences/field trips, and transportation to and from school. Our ability to fund these programs is based on completed applications.

We need your help and support!

    • You must apply for meal benefits every school year.
    • All information provided is kept confidential and stored as private data.
    • If you are receiving Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, your child automatically qualifies for free school meals. Please contact Lakina Davis at 763-786-4799 to determine if you need to fill out an application.
    • If you are eligible for unemployment compensation, you might also be eligible for free or reduced price school meals.
    • All completed forms can be returned to Paladin by dropping them off or sending them with your student

If you have any questions regarding eligibility guidelines, free or reduced meal status, or if you have any other concerns, we encourage you to contact the school at 763-786-4799. Specific questions about the application can be directed to Lakina Davis.

For additional information, see our Wellness Policy and Meal Change Policy.

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“If you need a strong family feeling and staff who actually care for you, Paladin is the place to be.”
Paladin Staff