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Hunger in Illinois schools ties meals to future learning
In Illinois districts, rising low income rates push more students into free or reduced lunch programs. Lincoln Elementary reports half its students qualify, while others like Thomas School in Carbondale show high rates. officials credit meals with supporting health, attendance and learning as districts expand summer and weekend food programs.
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Lincoln Elementary
Marion
Illinois
U.S. Department of Agriculture
Department
John Fletcher
Illinois Interactive
Northern Illinois University
Illinois State Board of Education
Lincoln
Jefferson Elementary
Washington Elementary
Longfellow
du Quoin
Gary Kelly
Kelly
du Quoin Community Unit
Weekend Warriors
Thomas School
Carbondale
Linda Flowers
Flowers
Marion Unit 2
Greg Moats
Stephen Rickers
Pam Sturrick