WISCONSIN — Starting June 1, FoodShare eligibility was extended to additional students.

Under the new program eligibility rules, students are now eligible for FoodShare benefits as long as they are enrolled in a Career and Technical Education program designed to be completed in four years or less. The CTE program needs to prepare students for employment in a current or emerging profession, such as nursing, engineering, hospitality and teaching. This includes students taking remedial courses in basic adult education, literacy or English as a second language.

The goal of this additional FoodShare student eligibility is to reduce food insecurity concerns individuals may experience while getting an education.

For more information, contact the Southwest Wisconsin Workforce Development Board at 608-314-3300, ext. 351.