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  • Nutrition Science
  • Public Health
  • Educational Studies

Background:

  • School meals are vital for food security, yet rural students face participation barriers.
  • Understanding student perceptions of Universal Free School Meals (UFSM) is crucial for policy refinement.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine the perceived impact of UFSM policies on rural students in Maine.
  • To explore student perceptions of school meals, including barriers and facilitators to participation.

Main Methods:

  • Mixed-methods approach combining surveys (n=61) and interviews (n=11) with middle and high school students.
  • Quantitative survey data analyzed via logistic regression; qualitative interview data analyzed using content analysis.

Main Results:

  • Students reported UFSM reduced stigma and increased participation.
  • While food variety was appreciated, meals were often perceived as not fresh or healthy.
  • Long lunch lines and insufficient eating time were significant concerns.

Conclusions:

  • UFSM offers benefits like reduced stigma and increased participation for rural students.
  • Improving school meal quality and ensuring adequate lunch periods are essential for greater consumption.
  • Policy adjustments focusing on meal freshness, health perception, and time allocation can enhance UFSM effectiveness.