Locally Sourced Foods A Major Presence On School Menus
With the growing popularity of farmer’s markets and community-sponsored agriculture, schools have also upped their game with locally sourced foods on their menus. Read more…
Schools Reduce Food Waste in Creative Ways
Schools are employing a variety of strategies to reduce the amount of food thrown away in the cafeteria, including implementing share tables, donating to local organizations or composting leftovers. Read more…
Taste Tests and Salad Bars Open Minds & Expand Palates
Parents know that children’s palates can be finicky, especially when trying to expose them to healthier foods. The same challenge exists in schools, but many nutrition professionals have identified creative ways for students to experience new foods and ingredients in the cafeteria. Read more…
Feeding Students On The Go with 21st Century Technology
When walking the exhibit floor of the School Nutrition Association’s (SNA) Annual National Conference (ANC) in Las Vegas last week, it was hard not to notice that technology and making school meals more mobile friendly were two of the biggest trends discussed. Read more…
Buddies Program Brings Companionship to the Cafeteria
Melissa Anderson is always looking for ways to improve her students’ lunch experience – she had wondered if inviting extra adults to eat lunch in the cafeteria would help smooth out the process. As it turns out, she was right on. The idea for the “Lunchtime Buddies” program came to Anderson, the foodservice director of Holdingford Public Schools in Minnesota, about a year ago. Read more…
Nutrition Pros Earn Their Capes on School Lunch Hero Day
Cafeteria employees are the heart and soul of lunch-time experiences for students of every age, but they don’t often get recognized for their efforts. It’s that time of year again – School Lunch Hero Day celebrates those deserving lunch ladies and gentlemen! The national, non-profit School Nutrition Association (SNA) received hundreds of nominations of stellar school nutrition professionals and awarded six Regional Employees of the Year. The award was created to recognize outstanding school nutrition employees who influence the quality of school meals through customer service. Meet the 2018 winners: Read more…
School Lunch Hero Day Celebrations Marked By Author Visit in Virginia
It’s not everyday an award-winning author and illustrator visits an elementary school to celebrate their cafeteria staff, but who better than Jarrett Krosoczka, creator of the popular LUNCH LADY graphic novels series to kick off School Lunch Hero Day!
School Nutrition Directors Recognized for Excellence
The national non-profit, School Nutrition Association (SNA), has awarded the 2018 Regional Directors of the Year, celebrating individuals for excellence in leadership and commitment to their school meal programs. Excelling at budgeting, professional training and leading cafeteria staff in great customer service, these Regional Directors of the Year ensure the overall success of their school meal programs and students’ school day. Read more…
Regional School Nutrition Managers of the Year Awarded
Managers of school kitchens and cafeteria keep things running smoothly, overseeing everything from staff and food presentation to equipment and decor. They know their school and their students and are always working to create the best lunchroom experience. In recognition of their outstanding hard work and dedication, the national, non-profit School Nutrition Association(SNA) has awarded the 2018 Regional Managers of the Year, considered the highest honor a school nutrition manager can earn. The award recognizes a cafeteria manager who has demonstrated dedication and ingenuity to improve his or her school meal program. Read more…
School Lunch Hero Day Celebrates 2018 National Award Winners
School Lunch Heroes aren’t recognized for wearing capes, they can be seen behind the serving line in the kitchen, walking through the cafeteria checking on students or even behind-the-scenes planning menus and special initiatives. Effort, dedication and compassion are the secret recipes to their success, and a lot goes into making the school meal experience fun and nutritious for their students. Read more…
