After backlash, school district changes decision to give kids with lunch debt jelly sandwiches

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The school district was criticized for a plan to serve students who owe lunch money sun butter and jelly sandwiches.

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Gee why not make them wear a yellow patch in the shape of a lunch tray 😖(sarcasm) Economy isn't as great for everyone - in spite of what Trump says. Then their's that intentional shaming of children😖 Are these same 'officials' that won't let woman control their bodies?🤷🏻‍♂️

Another way to look at this is kids are getting free PBJ sandwiches at school.

Pro-Life: All kids deserve nutritious meals to maintain their lives. If you insist on babies being born, you'd better be prepared to take good care of them, rich or poor! FeedThem

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