School Lunch Hero Day

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When we say school nutrition professionals are heroes, we mean it! That’s why we celebrate them every spring with the annual School Lunch Hero Day. Join schools across the country who are recognizing the difference these team members make for every child who comes through their cafeteria.

School Lunch Hero Day will be celebrated on May 5, 2023.

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Learn Where It All Started

In 2013, SNA partnered with author Jarrett J. Krosoczka, of the “Lunch Lady” book series, to remind everyone that school nutrition employees are superheroes that deserve some recognition. Check out Jarrett Krosoczka’s Ted Talk about School Lunch Hero Day!

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Make Your School Lunch Hero Day Special

Planning a great School Lunch Hero Day has never been easier. Check out all the stellar resources you can use to make this a celebration worthy of heroes.

Attention, parents! To learn more about school meals, visit our About School Meals pages. You can find answers to FAQs, hot topics and more.

Artwork & Logo Requests

Get the official SNA School Lunch Hero logo and other artwork you can use to promote your celebration.

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Marketing & PR Resources

Check out SNA-developed marketing tools, including an official proclamation and customizable press release.

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Get Cool Lunch Hero Merch

Every superhero deserves swag! Check out our line of official merchandise honoring heroic school nutrition professionals.

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Recognize Your School Nutrition Heroes

Discover ways you can recognize the school nutrition professionals who go above and beyond for students and let them know how much you appreciate them.

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