Step behind the serving line to catch a glimpse of modern-day school meals, and learn about the people who help ensure that America’s students are well-fed and poised for academic success.
From nutrition requirements and statistics to school nutrition success stories and national campaigns, this is everything you need to know about our nation’s school meal programs.
Key Facts
The People Behind School Meals
School Nutrition Success Stories
Learn how school nutrition professionals and meal programs have made a difference in the lives of America’s students.
School Nutrition Professionals
From chefs to nutritionists and industry partners to state agencies, learn more about the people who collaborate to ensure school meal programs thrive.
Annual Observances
National School Lunch Week
School lunches are worth celebrating! Learn more about National School Lunch Week (NSLW), commemorated annually in October.
National School Breakfast Week
National School Breakfast Week (NSBW), celebrated annually in March, honors the importance of a nutritious morning meal in fueling students for success.
School Lunch Hero Day
Recognize the impact of school nutrition professionals on School Lunch Hero Day (SLHD), occurring annually on the first Friday of May.
School Nutrition Magazine
Emerging Trends in Marketing Strategy
School nutrition leaders who lean into the latest marketing trends have a unique opportunity to tell their stories in ways that connect with students, family and the community. Let’s dive into the current top marketing trends, plus how SNA’s Made With School Lunch campaign can take your marketing to the next level.
Something Sweet
Dessert in the cafeteria has always been about joy—from the nostalgia of that little ice cream cup to the excitement of trying a new recipe today, a sweet treat to finish up the meal can make school lunch extra special.
The Power of Community
Community is about something simple and very much human: people coming together. And in a world that can often push the importance of individuality, remembering the power of community feels more essential than ever.