SNA News

On July 10, SNA’s Annual National Conference in Las Vegas will open doors on the nation’s largest exhibit of foods, beverages, equipment and resources for school cafeterias.

More than 7,000 school nutrition professionals will gather in Las Vegas, NV for SNA’s 72nd Annual National Conference, July 9-12.

SNA will recognize Mary Begalle, PhD, RDN, SNS, of SunOpta Foods Inc. as the national Industry Member of the Year at its 72nd Annual National Conference in July in Las Vegas, Nev.

SNA has announced winners of national awards recognizing an exceptional school nutrition director, manager and employee for their efforts. This Friday, May 4, schools nationwide will celebrate all school nutrition heroes.

March 5-9, school cafeterias across the country will celebrate through the “I Heart School Breakfast” campaign, with special events, activities and menus designed to raise awareness of the many benefits of school breakfast.

Next week, 900 school nutrition professionals will gather in Washington, D.C. for SNA’s 46th annual Legislative Action Conference.

SNF has announced the 2018 School Nutrition Heroes. The five Heroes were nominated by their peers and chosen by SNF because they epitomize the hardworking characteristics of those devoted to serving students and helping their communities.

SNA has issued a new call on Congress to oppose any school meal block grant proposal and provide greater support to school nutrition programs, which contribute to the health and academic success of students.

USDA has released an interim final rule to extend current regulatory flexibility for school meal programs through SY 2018-19. SNA commended USDA for the extension and has called for even greater flexibility under whole grain and sodium mandates to address challenges.

SNA’s 2017 School Nutrition Trends Report reveals school menus feature more international flavors, made-to-order entrees and cleaner label options. The survey also reveals challenges with sodium and whole grain standards.

Reps. Jim McGovern (D-MA) and Rodney Davis (R-IL) have introduced H.R. 3738, the Healthy Breakfasts Help Kids Learn Act of 2017, to provide commodity support for the School Breakfast Program. The bill, endorsed by SNA, will allow more students to benefit from a nutritious school breakfast and enjoy a wider variety of American grown foods.

Secretary Perdue addressed SNA’s ANC 2017 attendees and joined in a listening session with SNA leaders.