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Soul of the School: How Lunchrooms are Critical in Connecting with Economically Challenged Kids & Families
2025 National Leadership Conference
Held annually in April, the National Leadership Conference (NLC) is tailored for state association leaders to learn, network and build leadership skills.
2025 School Lunch Hero Day
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!
2025 Annual National Conference
The “School Nutrition Event of the Year,” SNA’s Annual National Conference (ANC) will bring together thousands of attendees from school nutrition operations, industry, and allied organizations, for an unparalleled networking and educational experience!
2026 School Nutrition Industry Conference (SNIC)
Bringing together the brightest minds in school nutrition, this event will explore the latest trends and innovations shaping the profession.
Future Meetings & Events
Annual National Conference
| Location | Dates |
|---|---|
| San Antonio, TX | July 13-15, 2025 |
| Charlotte, NC | July 12-14, 2026 |
| Phoenix, AZ | July 11-13, 2027 |
| Nashville, TN | July 9-11, 2028 |
School Nutrition Industry Conference
| Location | Dates |
|---|---|
| Austin, TX | January 11-13, 2026 |
| Tampa, FL | January 10-12, 2027 |
| San Diego, CA | January 23-25, 2028 |
Legislative Action Conference
| Location | Dates |
|---|---|
| Washington, D.C. | March 9-11, 2025 |
| Washington, D.C. | March 8-10, 2026 |
| Washington, D.C. | March 7-9, 2027 |
| Washington, D.C. | March 5-7, 2028 |
National Leadership Conference
| Location | Dates |
|---|---|
| Columbus, OH | April 24-26, 2025 |
National School Lunch Week
| Dates |
|---|
| October 13-17, 2025 |
| October 12-16, 2026 |
| October 11-15, 2027 |
| October 9-13, 2028 |
National School Breakfast Week
| Dates |
|---|
| March 3-7, 2025 |
| March 2-6, 2026 |
| March 1-5, 2027 |
| March 6-10, 2028 |
School Lunch Hero Day
| Dates |
|---|
| May 2, 2025 |
| May 1, 2026 |
| May 7, 2027 |
| May 5, 2028 |