Special Milk Program for South Dakota
South Dakota Department of Education
What is Special Milk Program for South Dakota ?
The Special Milk Program (SMP) provides milk to children in schools and childcare institutions who do not participate in other Federal meal service programs. The program reimburses schools for the milk they serve.
Schools in the National School Lunch or School Breakfast Programs may also participate in SMP to provide milk to children in half-day pre-kindergarten and kindergarten programs where children do not have access to the school meal programs.
Administration
Special Milk Program for South Dakota is administered by South Dakota Department of Education.
Program Requirements
Qualification Requirements Last Updated on 2025-03-01
To be eligible for the South Dakota Special Milk Program, you must be a resident of the state of South Dakota and meetall ofthe following:
- Be a child in a school or institution that participates in the Special Milk Program; and
- Be low-income or very low income.
Each child's family must apply annually for free milk eligibility.
In order to qualify, you must have an annual household income (before taxes) that is below the following amounts:
| Household Size* | Maximum Income Level (Per Year) |
|---|---|
| 1 | $27,861 |
| 2 | $37,814 |
| 3 | $47,767 |
| 4 | $57,720 |
| 5 | $67,673 |
| 6 | $77,626 |
| 7 | $87,579 |
| 8 | $97,532 |
Application Details
What is the application process for Special Milk Program for South Dakota ?
To apply for the Special Milk Program, directly contact your child's school, camp, or child care institution to find out if it participates in the Special Milk Program.
The Federal agency Child Nutrition Programs manages this program and provides state contact information on the Food and Nutrition Service's (FNS) webpage.
Additionally, your state education agency can also provide you with more information on the South Dakota Special Milk Program page.
Contact Info
605-773-3413