Special Milk Program (SMP)

Special Milk Program (SMP)

Qualifying and Applying

Public, Private or Non-profit Schools, or camp sponsors can qualify for the Special Milk Program (SMP) if they have children enrolled who do not have access to other meal programs.

Special Milk Program Institution Application

Please contact the Utah State Board of Education Child Nutrition Program (CNP) for assistance understanding qualification requirements or if you need assistance with the application process.

Training

Please contact the Utah State Board of Education Child Nutrition Program (CNP) for training requests.

Resources

Special Milk Program

Reimbursement Rates

State agencies reimburse School Food Authorities (SFAs) for snacks in accordance with the reimbursement rates prescribed by United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)/Food and Nutrition Service (FNS). The reimbursement rates are adjusted annually.

School Meals Reimbursement Rates | Food and Nutrition Service

Reimbursement Claims

Claims for reimbursement for this program are due to the Utah State Board of Education monthly using the approved Child Nutrition software system. For monthly due dates, visit USBE's Financial Operations Website, and select Utah Grants to view Utah Grants Reimbursement Schedule.

Submit claims within 60 days after the claimed month.

  • You can amend claims within 60 days or anytime during the fiscal year for fewer meals.

Policy

In coordination with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)/Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) our office distributes policy memorandums to provide guidance and clarify program requirements and regulations.

Memorandum: New Bulletin Distribution Explanation
A quick tutorial on how our office structures and distributes policy.

Highlighted USDA/FNS Policy Bulletins/Memorandums

The following policy bulletins/memorandums provide urgent or highly requested content:

For all other related policy information, please refer to the Utah State Board of Education National School Lunch Program (NSLP).