SNA Research

Fruit and Vegetable Intake and Dietary Patterns of Preadolescents Attending Schools in the Midwest

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010 recommend that children and adolescents consume more fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean protein, and…

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SNA Research

Exploring Milk and Yogurt Selection in an Urban Universal School Breakfast Program

Research has indicated that eating breakfast greatly contributes to improved academic performance, school attendance, and overall nutrient intake of children…

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SNA Research

Child Nutrition Showcase

Participatory Marketing of Fruits and Vegetables During School Lunch Bruce M. Abbey, PhD; Christopher Gustafson, PhD; Kate A. Heelan, PhD…

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Advocacy & Policy, SNA News, USDA Policy Update

USDA Releases Proposed Long-Term Nutrition Standards 

USDA Releases Proposed Long-Term Nutrition Standards USDA has released proposed long-term nutrition standards for school meals. The proposed rule –Child…

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Press Release, USDA Policy Update

SNA Urges USDA to Maintain Current School Meal Rules

School Nutrition Association (SNA) is urging USDA to maintain current school nutrition standards rather than implement newly proposed rules that are unachievable for most schools nationwide.

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Operations

Study Highlights Health Benefits of School Gardens

There are plenty of reasons to consider setting up school gardens in your district: They’re a great way to engage…

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National School Breakfast Week

#NSBW23 Certificates of Recognition and Participation

Your team did an amazing job during National School Breakfast Week—now honor them with customizable certificates! Download, customize, print and…

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Legislation, SNA News

2022 Year-End Review: State Legislative Summary

In 2022, a number of states introduced or enacted legislation related to school meals. Take a look at key school…

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Advocacy & Policy, Legislation

2022 Fourth-Quarter State Legislative Report (January-December)

This report is a summary of key school nutrition state legislation that changed status or was introduced between January 1…

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National School Breakfast Week, SNA News

Download the Official #NSBW23 Toolkit

National School Breakfast Week (March 6-10, 2023) is right around the corner, and it’s time to start making your preparations…

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