Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced the newly passed FY25 education budget, which will continue to provide universally free breakfast and lunch to Michigan’s 1.4 million public school students.
“Free school meals save parents $850 per year per kid and valuable time every morning,” Whitmer said. This initiative, benefiting students year-round, aims to reduce the burden on families and improve students’ focus in class. Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist II emphasized the importance of this support for students’ learning and growth.
The budget will ensure the continuation of free meals, projecting 76.3 million breakfasts and 135.6 million lunches will be served in the 2023-2024 school year. This move underscores Whitmer’s commitment to supporting Michigan families and enhancing educational outcomes.
Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell
