Onsite Insights: The Power of Intention
Understanding your intention is an important part of the planning and goal-setting process, whether you’re bursting with new ideas or struggling for inspiration, as it can provide the clarity and purpose to motivate those around you.
Creating a Culture of Lifelong Learning
Patricia Montague, SNA’s CEO, considers herself a lifelong learner—what can you do to keep your passion for learning strong throughout your life?
Tap Top Tech for Transformative Training
The start of a new school year is the perfect time to conduct staff training and professional development opportunities. Make sure to review the trainings and opportunities offered by SNA, including webinars, LEAD to Succeed and more.
This & That: September/October 2023
Looking for new apps to download, books to read, products to try or things to implement in your cafeterias? This & That has got you covered! Check out this list of products and programs featured in the September/October 2023 issue of School Nutrition magazine and give them a try yourself!
Ingredients for Health: Popcorn
“Pop” quiz: With 1.2 billion pounds consumed by Americans every year, what is the most popular snack food (by volume) in the U.S.? It’s popcorn! As a healthy, whole grain, and extremely versatile and easy-to-prepare snack, here’s why popcorn definitely deserves its place at the top.
Influencing Is “In”
What exactly is a “Pizza Influencer,” and how could you put a spin on the influencer trend to market your school meals program?
Combatting Ageism in the Workplace
Ageism—discrimination based on someone’s age—can be a prevalent workplace problem in any field, and school nutrition is no exception. To encourage a positive multigenerational workplace, there are steps you can take to address ageism. Here are a few to help get you started:
SY2023-24 Goals: Finding Focus
Trying to take on too many goals at once can be overwhelming for everyone involved, including yourself. Don’t risk spreading yourself too thin—instead, work together with your team to prioritize and brainstorm things you can realistically achieve.
New Report Affirms Resilience in the Face of Ongoing Challenges in School Nutrition
“What’s the current state of school nutrition? Where are K-12 school nutrition departments going?” A new report from LINQ answers those questions, and more.
One-Minute Habits for a Happier, Heathier You
You don’t need to struggle to adopt significant, time-consuming changes to feel happier, healthier and more energized—here are eight simple, one-minute habits that are easy to embrace every day!