Shaking It Up for National School Lunch Week in Georgia
Dade County Schools in Georgia didn’t let fall break and parent conferences get in the way of celebrating National School Lunch Week (NSLW). School nutrition and food service staff planned NSLW celebrations a week early this year, holding the annual event from October 8-12 to help educate students and parents on the importance and value of school lunch!
Staff members throughout the district wore fun apparel with this year’s NSLW theme, “School Lunch – Lots 2 Love”. Chef hats, t-shirts, aprons – everything they wore celebrated healthy school lunches and all there is to love about them! Cafeterias were decorated with Lots 2 Love messaging. Read more…
October Brings Local Taste To Washington Schools
A perfect kick-off to Farm to School Month, Highline Public Schools (WA) celebrated Taste Washington Day on Wednesday, October 3, featuring locally sourced foods on the menu and cafeteria visits from farmers and producers across the state.
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…
Mini Chefs Sharpen Culinary Skills After School
While sports, arts and science clubs are common extra curricular activities, students in Carrollton City Schools (Georgia) also get a chance to expand their knowledge and enjoyment of cooking through a new after-school Culinary Club! Read more…
Live from the School Nutrition Association’s Annual National Conference Exhibit Floor
Ever try a whole grain eggroll? How about low-sodium curry chicken sushi roll? Or 13 kinds of rice? A healthier version of chicken and waffles? Read more…
Food Service Director Keeps Basketball Team Fueled Up
Dan Darbo has managed college foodservice operations for more than 20 years, owned restaurants and managed hotels. His life in the food service industry took a big turn four years ago when he became foodservice director and head basketball coach at Mesabi East Independent School District in Aurora, Minn. Read more…
Hoover City Schools Manager named School Nutrition Hero
The national, non-profit School Nutrition Foundation (SNF) has recognized Elizabeth Whidden, the Child Nutrition Program Manager at Hoover City Schools (AL), as one of five 2017 School Nutrition Heroes.
The Heroes are nominated by peers and chosen by SNF to represent the many professionals who have dedicated their lives to serving the needs of school children and the community.
Liz began her career in child nutrition in 2011 and was quickly promoted to Child Nutrition Manager thanks to her efforts to create a positive and healthy environment for staff members and children alike. Dedicated to her students, Liz has held a perfect work attendance for the past three years and has earned a perfect Health Inspection Score for her cafeteria. Read more…
