This & That: May/June 2023
Looking for new apps to download, books to read, products to try or things to implement in your cafeterias? This…
Tap into a Variety of Marketing Tactics
Upon learning that this issue’s main features focus on marketing, I recalled my first college marketing course. I only recently…
A Year in the Life: Dreams Come True
I cannot believe SY2022-23 is beginning to wrap up! It seems like just yesterday that I was sharing my leadership…
SNA Recognizes Award Recipients and School Lunch Heroes
In celebration of School Lunch Hero Day (Friday, May 5), the national, non-profit School Nutrition Association (SNA) recognizes the widespread efforts of school nutrition professionals across the country who ensure students have access to healthy meals. In addition, SNA’s annual regional and national awards spotlight the exceptional work of school nutrition employees, managers and directors.
Ingredients for Health: Cucumbers
English, Persian, kirby and lemon—did you realize that the common cucumber came in different varieties? If you want to get…
For the Kid Within
If you have fond memories of eating Campbell’s canned SpaghettiOs® in your youth, but find the flavor way too mild…
Gender Identity. Cafeteria Equity.
I have three children: a 20-year-old son, a 17-year-old middle child and a 15-year-old daughter. Why don’t I assign a…
Fare Share
While it seems that most conversations about the generations emphasize profound differences between them, a new national survey finds some…
Washington Round Up
It’s been a busy spring in the nation’s capital for advocates of child nutrition programs. Hard on the heels of…
Pack Car-friendly, Veggie-centric Snacks
Warmer weather, longer days and more sun—summer is almost here! As schools close and the season begins, long road trips…