A day of learning, play, and development can’t happen when children are hungry, yet too often that’s the challenge they face. Last year, one in three Massachusetts families experienced child‑level food insecurity, according to Project Bread, an organization that provides food assistance in the Commonwealth. Through the Ellis Meal Program, every child at Ellis is served breakfast, lunch, and snacks daily, providing up to 80% of their nutritional needs. For many students, these