Welcome to CN PEARS

SFSP 2026 Due Dates:

Note Change July 10, 2026 - Deadline for sponsors requesting an August advance.


About

  • What is CN PEARS?
    The Child Nutrition Program Electronic Application and Reimbursement System (CN PEARS) is the application and claim processing system for entities that administer Pennsylvania's USDA Child Nutrition Programs.  

CN PEARS Support Desk Holiday Hours

  • CN PEARS Helpdesk Holiday Closures 
    July 3, 2026 Closed


System Maintenance

  • CN PEARS will be unavailable each Monday, Wednesday, and Friday evening from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm (EDT) for routine maintenance.

Password Information

  • Forgot your password? > Reset your password. 


    Remember, when resetting a password, please remember passwords must contain the following:

    - The password must be exactly 12 characters long.

    - The password must not match the User ID.

    - The password must contain a numeric character (0-9).

    - The password must contain a special character ( !"#$%&'()*+,-./:;<=>?@[\]^_`{|}~).

    - The password must contain an uppercase character (A-Z).  

     
    If resetting your password does not work, the CN PEARS Support Line may assist with any password problems, lockouts, or resets between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. (EDT). Call: 717-772-0067.



Disclaimer

  • Information in this system and documents submitted become public record and are subject to disclosure. With few exceptions, you have the right to request and be informed about the information that the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) collects about you. You are entitled to receive and review the information upon request. You also have the right to ask PDE to correct any information that is determined to be incorrect. (Reference: Government Code, Sections 552.021, 552.023, and 559.004.)

    Unauthorized use of PDE information resources is prohibited and misuse is subject to criminal prosecution. Except as otherwise provided by applicable privacy laws, there should be no expectation of privacy. Usage may be subject to security testing and monitoring.