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
Delegate More to Stress Less
Delegating is an essential way to reduce stress, yet we often struggle with passing on responsibilities to others. Let’s explore five common limiting beliefs—thoughts and convictions that create self-imposed barriers—that hold us back from delegating.
Take a New View
Okay. You did what you could to prevent a particular stressful situation from arising, but it’s here, and now you need to manage it. It’s easy to be overwhelmed by the enormity of a challenge, which can leave you somewhat paralyzed—One tactic recommended by psychological experts is to reframe the issue.
Plan to De-stress
Much of your work-related stress likely stems from the unexpected crises that arise and hijack your day. The key word here is “unexpected.” The very definition of the word would seem to preempt any kind of proactive approach. But what if you could plan for your unplanned crises?