Latest Press Releases
Take a look at what’s happening right now in school nutrition by reviewing SNA’s latest press releases. Reporters seeking additional information and interviews should visit SNA's For the Media page.
USDA School Meal Rule Strikes a Healthy Balance
Following the announcement of a final rule on school meal flexibilities, SNA lauded Sec. Perdue for responding to feedback while ensuring students have access to appealing, nutritious meals.
SNA CEO to Be Honored with FAME Award
SNA CEO Patricia Montague, CAE, has been selected to receive the national 2019 FAME Silver Friend of Child Nutrition Award.
SNA Survey Reveals Innovative Efforts to Boost Consumption, Curb Waste in School Cafeterias
SNA has released the School Nutrition Operations Report: The State of School Nutrition 2018, based on survey responses from 1,550 school nutrition directors nationwide.
Gay Anderson Installed as 2018-2019 SNA President
During its 72nd Annual National Conference, SNA installed Gay Anderson, SNS, as president for the 2018-2019 school year. Anderson is Child Nutrition Director for Brandon Valley School District (SD).
ANC Exhibit Hall to Feature Healthy Trends for Student Meals
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.
Nation’s Largest School Nutrition Conference to Offer School Meal Strategies and Solutions
More than 7,000 school nutrition professionals will gather in Las Vegas, NV for SNA’s 72nd Annual National Conference, July 9-12.
SNA Announces 2018 National Industry Member of the Year
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 Celebrates National Award Winners for School Lunch Hero Day (Fri. May 4)
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.
Schools to Celebrate National School Breakfast Week (March 5-9)
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.
School Nutrition Professionals to Urge Congress for Support
Next week, 900 school nutrition professionals will gather in Washington, D.C. for SNA’s 46th annual Legislative Action Conference.
SNF to Honor Five National 2018 School Nutrition Heroes
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 Releases 2018 Position Paper
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.