Census Bureau Report Shows Rising U.S. Poverty Rates

Poverty rates in the U.S. rose by 60% from 2021 to 2022, but school lunch programs are still successful in helping to remove people from poverty.

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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.

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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?

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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:

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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.

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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.

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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!

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HHFKA Positively Impacted Childhood Obesity, Studies Reiterate

More than 10 years ago, the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act (HHFKA) introduced new nutrition standards and rules for school meals. Now, two new studies published this year have reported that…

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2023 IFMA Gold Plate Award honoree Jessica Shelly, Director, Student Dining Services, Cincinnati Public Schools

Shelly Brings Home Gold Plate

With great pride and enthusiasm, School Nutrition congratulates Jessica Shelly, MBA, REHS, SNS, recipient of the 2023 IFMA Gold Plate Award. Each year, members of the International Foodservice Manufacturers Association…

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Ingredients for Health: Flax Seeds

Sunflower, chia, pumpkin, hemp, poppy—there are a lot of seeds you can incorporate into your diet! Each comes with its own unique flavors and health benefits, but here, we’re focusing…

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