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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.

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New Year, New Knowledge

A commitment to lifelong learning helps us all stay relevant and adaptable, empowering us to navigate career transitions, seize new opportunities and meet the challenges of an uncertain future.

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Finding Value in Exercises We Love to Hate

Stepping out of your comfort zone, even just a little, can be a game changer—maybe you’ll find that sometimes those “dreaded” team-building exercises aren’t so bad after all.

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The Power of Membership

Learn more about SNA’s new annual membership campaign, “Membership Forward: Grow Together!”

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The Day We Dug Through Garbage

As the new editor of School Nutrition magazine, I am both honored and excited to build upon the foundation of what’s been established before me. My hope is that as we take on this new chapter together, I invite you, our readers, to join us on a new journey.

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Keeping a Finger on the Pulse of the Future

Over time, the emergence of special diets reflects a diverse range of motivations and influences, including health, ethical, cultural and lifestyle preferences. Understanding these is increasingly important in catering to today’s students.

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Navigating My Own “Eras” Tour

A few months ago, I shared my decision to step down as Editor of School Nutrition, and this is, indeed, my final issue in that role. While I will no longer drive this publication, I will always support school nutrition professionals personally and professionally, too, and I hope you’ll continue to see my byline in these pages on occasion.

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Don’t Let Stress Compromise Your Health or Happiness

The start of the new year is an ideal occasion to identify goals for the months ahead, which is why we’re taking a deep dive into ways to prevent, manage and relieve stress, which can have a significant impact on our physical, mental and emotional health.

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Looking to SN Readers to Cook up a Bright Future

The past few years have been chaotic for everyone, and the challenges facing school foodservice and SNA are no small things to contemplate either, but looking to SNA’s hardworking, passionate members is an optimistic reminder of a bright future, for school nutrition and beyond.

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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?

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