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…
Arizona Food Service Director Named 2017 School Nutrition Hero
The national, non-profit School Nutrition Foundation (SNF) has recognized Food Service Director David Schwake, MS, RD, SNS, of the Litchfield Elementary School District #79 (AZ), as one of five 2017 School Nutrition Heroes.
David started multiple initiatives in his district, including a backpack program and the creation of school gardens, along with the support of the local Kiwanis Club. Read more…
Waterford, MI Schools Food Service Director named School Nutrition Hero
The School Nutrition Foundation (SNF) has recognized Food Service Director Doreen Simonds, of Waterford, MI, as one of five 2017 School Nutrition Heroes. Read more…
Cooking cart delivers interactive classroom lessons
Carrollton City Schools‘ (GA) new cooking cart creates a mobile classroom where students learn about healthy recipes through fun, interactive demonstrations, lessons and taste-tests. Read more…
Kick off the New Year with Healthy Habits
Parents often look to New Year’s resolutions to inspire better eating habits, but what about the kids – what nutritious habits help influence them?
Children across the country are learning how to make better snack and meal choices in schools with the help of engaging nutrition education programs, from farm-to-school programs and cooking lessons to student taste parties. Read more…
Decisions, decisions on lunch options!
Even with a growling tummy, most people at a food court or restaurant require a little time to review the menu options. What are the specials? What comes on the side? Are there options to customize the order?
In a menu with at least 10 entrée options daily, not to mention 15-20 fruit or veggie side dishes, Marietta City Schools (GA) provides students a changing array of options to suit their tastes. Read more…
School lunch tech tools
Following trend of the digital lives of students, more school cafeterias are communicating through mobile apps to relay menu details and nutritional profiles, including special diets info.
In Cincinnati Public Schools, a nutrition app is not only changing how students and parents get meal information, it’s used in classrooms for morning announcements and by school nurses to tally carb counts and manage student allergy needs.
Focused on fruits and veggies
Focused on getting students to eat and love their fruits and vegetables, Treutlen County Schools, Georgia, has been creative in their approach. At the core, involving students and providing a wide variety have been keys to success.
On the menu in the coming year – everything from kiwi, mango, dinosaur egg pluots, dragon carrots, star fruit, dragon fruit, tri-colored cauliflower, jicama, asparagus, blood oranges, kale, passion fruit and a variety of apples.
