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Starting from September 1, 2026, students in grades 1-11 at high schools in Zhytomyr receive free hot breakfasts. However, students express dissatisfaction with small portion sizes and limited meal options.
From the beginning to today
As of September 1, 2026, Ukraine has launched a program for free hot meals for students in grades 1-11. In Zhytomyr and Kharkiv, students receive hot breakfasts, with additional meals provided for disadvantaged groups. The program is funded by state subsidies and local budgets.
On September 1, a program for free hot meals for students from grades 1 to 11 started in Ukrainian schools. The program is funded by the state budget through community subsidies, but parents and students express dissatisfaction with the food quality, particularly complaints about small portions and lack of variety.
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