The Independent-News, Volume 112, Number 11, Walkerton, St. Joseph County, 14 August 1986 — Page 2

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- THE INDEPENDENT-NEWS - AUGUST 14, 1986

Free And Reduced Meals Program For Oregon-Davis Oregon-Davis Schools today announced its policy for free and reduced price meals for children unable to pay the full price of meals served under the National School Lunch Program. The following household size and income criteria will be used for determining eligibility: Income Eligibility Guidelines (Effective from July 1, 1986 to June 30,1987) FREE MEALS Household Size Yearly Monthly Weekly 1 S 6,968 $ 581 $134 2 9,412 785 181 3 11,856 988 228 4 14,300 1,192 275 5 16,744 1,396 322 6 19.188 1,599 369 7 21,632 1,803 416 8 24,076 2.007 463 For each additional member add $2,444. 204 and 47. REDUCED PRICE MEALS 1 $ 9.916 $ 827 sl9l 2 13,394 1,117 258 3 16,872 1,406 325 4 20,350 1,696 392 5 23,828 1,986 459 6 27,306 2,276 526 7 30,784 2,566 592 8 34,262 2,856 659 For each additonal member add $3,478, 290 and 67.

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Children from households whose income is at or below the levels shown are elgible for free or reduced price meals. Application forms are being sent to all homes with a letter to parents or guardians to apply for free or reduced price meals, households should fill out the form and return it to the school. Additional copies of the application form are available at the principal’s office in each school. Households should answer all questions on the form. An application which does not contain all of the following information cannot be processed by the school: (1) The total household income and the amount and source of income received by each household member (such as wages, child support, ’ etc.), or the household’s food । stamp case number if the household is on food stamps; (2) Names 1 of all household members; (3) Soc- » ial security numbers of ail house- ! hold members 21 years of age or I older, or the word “none” for any > adult household member who does I not have a social security number; and (4) The signature of an adult household member. The information provided by the household is confidential and will be used only for the purpose of determining eligibility and verify- ' ing data. Applications may be j verified by the school or other officials at any time during the school j year. I If children are approved for free or reduced price meal benefits, the household must report to the school

increase in household income over SSO per month (S6OO per year) and decreases in household size. Households may apply for benefits at any time during the school year. If a household is not currently eligible but has a decrease in household income, an increase in household size or if a household member becomes unemployed, the household should fill out an application at that time. In certain cases foster children are eligible for these benefits regardless of the household’s income. If a household has foster children living with them and they wish to apply for free or reduced price meals for them, the household should contact the school for more informaiton. Under the provisions of the policy Mark E. Costello, Principal, will review applications and determine eligibility. Parents or guardians dissatisfied with the ruling of the official may wish to discuss the decision with the determining official on an informal basis. The household also has the right to a fair hearing. This can be done by calling or writing Mr. John Slusher, Superintendent, P. O. Box 65, Hamlet, IN 46532, 867-2111. The : high school and central office have a copy of the complete policy, , which may be reviewed by any interested party. I In the operation of the Child Feeding Programs, no child will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, or handicap. If any member of a household believes they have

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CARD OF THANKS

I would like to personally thank Delores Haney and Carl Sobieralski and all the people who gave to my fund while I am home recuperating from my surgeries. I am very grateful to all of you. May God bless you all. John Marek As owners of the Shamrock Inn for the past 14 years, we have made many wonderful friends. Now as we begin our retirement, we look back with gratitude and fond memories towards the people who made our time at the Shamrock such a pleasure. Heartfelt thanks to the fine group of special people who planned, organized and shared our farewell party on July 26. Know that your kindness and generosity are appreciated and that we cherish your friendship. Lottie and Gene Watkins I would like to thank my family, friends and neighbors for their cards and prayers. Also thanks to Rev. Conner for his prayers and concerns during my two stays in the hospital and recovery this summer. Rachel Walter 1 wish to thank everyone for the flowers, food to my family, prayers, phone calls and cards sent to me while 1 was in Memorial Hospital recently. A special thank you to my family for everything they have done for me. Thank you all again. Rose Minter

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We would like to thank all of our family, friends and neighbors who have shown concern for Michael during his surgery and his recovery at home. All the prayers, cards, plants, phone calls and visits were greatly appreciated. A special thanks goes to Rev. Larry Dentler and the Church of the Brethren, Rev. Bowman, the United Methodist Church and the Agape Prayer Group, Rev. Van Dyne and the First Baptist Church. Your kindness will always be remembered. Bill, Kari & Michael Albert The family of Edwin Penick wishes to thank the Walkerton-North Liberty Community for all your prayers, cards and flowers sent at the time of our loss. We especially wish to thank Dr. Hershberger, Miller’s Merry Manor and the A. M. Manuel Funeral Home. Sally and John Wilcox Kay and Ken Webb Pat and Dave Mellin We would like to thank our friends, neighbors and relatives for all the cards, food, flowers for Ray and all the visits and prayers in the last year. God bless all of you. Barb Frazier Mr. and Mrs. John Flanagan Mr. and Mrs. Kriss High Mr. and Mrs. Mike High Ray Jr. & Ramona Frazier Keep Red Qoss ready.