Professional development is not only a way to engage staff and meet the requirements of the USDA professional standards; it’s a way to boost staff morale, increase staff buy-in and develop leaders in school nutrition. And it’s ultimately a way to fulfill the commitment to lifelong learning in the profession. There are many different types of professional development opportunities in school nutrition. There are hands-on culinary training and demonstrations, virtual webinars and self-guided study and in-person local and national conferences to attend. These training opportunities are needed to advance the profession, increase compliance and increase student satisfaction with school meals...