School Nutrition Magazine

School Nutrition is the go-to resource for solutions and strategies for K-12 foodservice professionals. Read the latest issue and peruse online-only content designed to inspire, inform and instruct.

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Getting the Facts Straight About School Meals

January 7, 2026

School meals are one of the most widely discussed—and often misunderstood—parts of public education. Drawing from insights shared by school nutrition leaders across the country, through SNA’s podcast School Food for Thought, we’re exploring different perspectives to set the record straight about what school meals look like today, why they matter and how they support children well beyond the lunch line.


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Beyond the Carton: The Contribution of Dairy Foods to Nutritious Diets and School Meals

January 7, 2026

Dairy milk and foods are nutritional powerhouses, fueling growth and supporting health throughout the human lifespan. As the body of science continues to show the potential role of nutrient-dense dairy foods—specifically milk, cheese and yogurt at all fat levels—in a healthy diet, what remains constant is that these nutrient-rich dairy foods deliver high-quality nutrition to Americans at each stage of life.


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Clean Labels 101: A Manufacturer’s View

January 7, 2026

A look at how manufacturers interpret—and innovate around—the evolving expectations behind “clean labels,” and what those shifts mean for K–12 programs navigating ingredient transparency, wellness trends and operational challenges.


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SNA News

Take a look at what’s happening right now in school nutrition with the top news from SNA.

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School Nutrition Magazine January/February 2026 – Starting the New Year Strong: Facts & Fresh Ideas

January 7, 2026

We’re halfway through the school year, but the start of a new calendar year in January always brings its own…


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Press Release, SNA News

SNA Welcomes Release of New DGAs

January 7, 2026

ARLINGTON, VA – The non-profit School Nutrition Association (SNA) urged Congress to ensure school meal programs are equipped to successfully…


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Advocacy & Policy, SNA News

SNA Unveils 2026 Position Paper

January 6, 2026

SNA has released its 2026 Position Paper, outlining the Association’s advocacy priorities for the new year. SNA’s Public Policy and Legislation Committee drafted the Paper based on SNA member feedback and survey responses.


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The Journal of Child Nutrition & Management

Stay up to date with the most current research on issues affecting child nutrition and school foodservice management with the Journal of Child Nutrition & Management, SNA’s online, peer-reviewed research journal.

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SNA Press Releases

Keep up with the latest news about advocacy, the association and other professional issues.

Newsletters

Whether you’re looking for daily news about school nutrition, a peek at what’s happening on Capitol Hill or something in between, we’ve got you covered.

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SNA Research

Stay current with SNA’s research on topics and trends important to the K-12 foodservice profession.

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Learn more about the school nutrition profession with SNA publications, including the SNS Study Guide, Little Big Fact Book and Operations Reports.