MySchoolBucks
Hudson County Schools of Technology (HCST) is a cashless cafeteria.
MySchoolBucks.com is our online payment method.
MySchoolBucks.com is our online payment method.
Cash is not accepted in the school cafeteria.
MySchoolBucks is an online payment service that provides a quick and easy way to add money to your student’s meal account using a credit/debit card. You can also view recent purchases, check balances, and set-up low balance alerts for FREE!
MySchoolBucks provides:
Convenience - Available 24/7 on the web or with the Mobile App for your iPhone, Android or Windows phone!
Efficiency - Make payments for all your students, even if they attend different schools within the district. Eliminate the need for your students to take money to school.
Control - Set low balance alerts, view account activity, recurring/automatic payments & more!
Flexibility - Make payments using credit/debit cards and electronic checks.
Security – MySchoolBucks adheres to the highest security standards, including PCI and CISP.
How to Enroll for MySchoolBucks
1. Go to www.MySchoolBucks.com and register for a free account.
State: New Jersey
District: Hudson County Schools of Technology
Complete the rest of the form with your information
2. You will receive a confirmation email with a link to activate your account.
3. When you login your MySchoolBucks account click the Add a Student link and input the following information (click to view this How to Video):
Select your child's School from the drop down:
Earl W. Byrd Center (County Prep High School/ATD)
Explore Middle School
Frank J. Gargiulo Campus (High Tech High School/ACTE)
First Name
Last Name
Student ID (You may gather your student's Student ID from PowerSchool.)
4. Make a payment to your students’ accounts with your credit/debit card.
If you have any questions, contact MySchoolBucks directly:
parentsupport@myschoolbucks.com
1-855-832-5226
MySchoolBucks FAQ
How long does it take for the payment to show at my student’s school?
Generally, all meal payments are applied within 24 hours.
What if I forgot my username or password?
Click on Forgot your username or password?” on the MySchoolBucks login screen. Submit your registered e-mail address and they will send you a return e-mail with your information.
What if I can’t remember what e-mail address I used or it is no longer available?
Email hcstfoodservices@hcstonline.org and we will be able to assist you.
What does this service cost to Families?
There is no cost to families. You are NOT charged any convenience fees.
Are there fees for this service?
No. There are no convenience fees to use MySchoolBucks.
What is the minimum and maximum payment I can submit in MySchoolBucks?
Minimum is $2.00 and maximum is $120.00
How do I know it is safe to enter my credit card information on MySchoolBucks?
MySchoolBucks takes the security of your information - for you, your student, and your payments - very seriously. It is vital to the service they provide. The MySchoolBucks website and mobile app are fully compliant with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard, which is a set of security requirements set by Visa, MasterCard, and the other major payment brands, for card payments. This is the gold standard for payments security. All transactions are encrypted and transmitted securely.
How do I setup a low balance notification?
Email notifications are managed through your account settings. To enable, click “edit” next to the student’s name in the low balance box in the account settings section, enter in the desired low balance amount and click “update” to save.
How do I find out what my child has been buying for breakfast/lunch?
You will be able to view transaction history for the past 90 days by clicking “Cafeteria Meal History” in the Meal Accounts drop down menu.
How do I get a refund? My child is no longer enrolled at Hudson County Schools of Technology or has graduated?
Does MySchoolBucks have a mobile app to add funds and manage meal payments?
MySchoolBucks has a FREE mobile app that is available for both iPhone and Android users in the App Store or Play Store! With the MySchoolBucks app, you can quickly and securely add money to your student’s school meal account using your credit card, debit card or electronic check. Just login with the same username and password you use on the MySchoolBucks website.