Child is economically disadvantaged (see income chart to see if you qualify, proof of income is required within five days).

Child is unable to speak or understand English as determined by the Home Language Survey (PreLas testing is required within five days, and results will determine if child is eligible).

Child is defined as homeless if his or her family is living in temporary or transitional housing, such as a hotel, motel, car, homeless shelter, shelter not designed for human habitation, such as a tent, or doubled-up with another family. Homeless students are enrolled regardless of documentation.

Child of an active-duty member of the U.S. military or one who has been killed, injured, or missing in action while on active duty

Child is or has been in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.

Meets the SNAP or TANF criteria (free lunch).

Child of a person eligible for the Star of Texas as a peace officer, a firefighter, or an emergency medical first responder that has been injured or killed in line of duty (Parent’s name must be on the Governor’s list).