New Leadership Elected for SNA
Some great leadership talent will be stepping up to lead the Association in the years ahead for the SNA Board…
School Nutrition Professionals to Implore Congress to Protect School Meals
Next week, 850 school nutrition professionals from across the country will head to Washington, D.C. to urge Congress to protect and strengthen school meal programs, threatened by proposed federal spending cuts, while already burdened by high costs.
Protect School Meals from Proposed Cuts
As part of the budget reconciliation process, House Republican leaders are considering proposed federal spending cuts that would severely impact school meal programs and working families. These cuts would not only limit access to school meals, proven to support student health and achievement, but also cause unpaid school meal debt, administrative costs and paperwork burdens to skyrocket.
SN Magazine: March/April – Mad About Food
Food—sure, it’s a way to fuel and nourish our bodies, but it’s about so much more. Especially in a school…
Sí to Flavor!
Bringing Hispanic Cuisine to the Cafeteria: Celebrating Culture, Growing Palates and Building Community.
Packing a Nutritional Punch: The Superfood Effect
“Superfoods” may be a trendy term, but the idea behind them isn’t new—nutrient-dense ingredients that promote overall health. Adding superfoods to school meals can make healthy eating easier (and tastier) for students without overcomplicating the menu.
Student-Driven Menus
Three school nutrition directors share how prioritizing student involvement in their menu planning sparks excitement and helps boost participation in their cafeterias.
A Journey Through Cafeteria Classics
No matter how much school meals have evolved over the years, there are iconic cafeteria classics that have stood the test of time. Whether you were in school in the ‘70s or even just a few years ago, chances are you’ve looked at an actual lunch tray or a recent recipe photo and thought, “Yep, I remember that!”
Taking the First Bite
Food is an adventure, and sometimes the best part isn’t whether we love or dislike a dish. It’s the experience of trying something new. Sometimes you’ll find a new favorite. Other times? Maybe not. But either way, you took a chance and tried something new, and that’s what really matters.
Lessons From a Former Picky Eater
I know how important a staple like a peanut butter-and-jelly sandwich can be for a choosy child. That’s why it’s crucial we listen to kids when it comes to their meals—because, at the end of the day, if they won’t eat it, it doesn’t matter how nutritious it is.