Make Every Day a Celebration with the SN Promo Calendar
It’s always a good day for a celebration, and February is host to a multitude of observances that offer an opportunity for fun cafeteria (or curbside) promotions. School Nutrition’s Promotional Calendar has all the information you need to get started. Read More

2021 SNIC “Looking Good” Fashion Fun Raffle Winner
Congratulations to the Looking Good Fashion Fun Raffle winner, Thomas Houle! SNF would like to thank each and every one of you for participating. We hope it’s brought some fun and excitement during these difficult days. Because of you, our annual fund continues to grow, which helps us award more scholarships to more SNA members! Read More

Advocacy Priorities Subject of Latest SN Supplement
Throughout 2020, SNA has been relentless in its efforts to get members the regulatory flexibility and financial support they need to serve children and families, keep staff employed and safe and maintain financially sound programs. That challenge continues into 2021, as school meals will be critical to our nation's successful recovery from the pandemic. Our thanks to ES Foods for their support of this article. Learn More
Don’t Miss LAC’s Virtual Kick-off Event!
SNA’s 49th Legislative Action Conference (LAC), a virtual event, will kick off on Monday, March 8, with a bipartisan conversation featuring former White House Chiefs of Staff Andrew Card, Jr., and Leon Panetta and moderated by former U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Dan Glickman. Catch a sneak preview of the event with the Secretary, who reflects on the political landscape that SNA members will encounter when “Zooming” Capitol Hill during LAC—and beyond.

Make the Most of Your Time at #LAC21
  • Don’t wait: View SNA’s step-by-step guide on how to contact your legislators and schedule a virtual meeting as part of #LAC21’s ZOOM the Hill. The conference is only six weeks out, and legislator schedules fill up quickly.
  •  If you missed the January 19 webinar, Advocating for SNA’s 2021 Position Paper, you can catch it on demand in the SNA Training Zone. Learn what to expect and how to structure your virtual meetings with legislators, so you can successfully advocate for 2021 school nutrition priorities.
  •  Register for the next can’t-miss LAC webinar to be held on February 24, #LAC21: Legislator Meeting Checklist. This webinar will assist you in squaring away the details and arriving prepared for your Hill meeting.
  • Review the SNA 2021 Position Paper and talking points.
  •  Complete your District Profile Worksheet to gather all essential and relevant information about your school district.

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For 10 years, World Read Aloud Day (WRAD) has called attention to the importance of sharing stories by challenging participants to grab a book, find an audience and read aloud together.
Former Secretary Vilsack Appeared Before U.S Senate Agriculture Committee as USDA Nominee 
Yesterday, February 2, Tom Vilsack appeared before the U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee for consideration as the Secretary of Agriculture nominee.
Register Now for Innovative Solutions Showcase 2021!
Join us for SNA’s second Innovative Solutions Showcase (ISS) and let us help you determine what new products, services, or equipment you’ll need for the school year. We will be offering up to six virtual industry presentations per week, starting on February 16, and registration is FREE for SNA members! Register now.

Plan Your PR for #NSBW21
The NSBW campaign theme, “Score Big with School Breakfast,” reminds the entire school community that school breakfast provides a healthy and energizing start to the day for students. Let your local media know that NSBW is a newsworthy story with our fully customizable media release (doc). Simply add your district’s information and send out to reporters and bloggers prior to NSBW. Learn More
Sweepstakes Recognizes K-12 School Nutrition Workers
Land O’Lakes is sponsoring a social media sweepstakes from February 1-12, 2021, that shines a spotlight on the hardworking school nutrition employees. The public will be asked to nominate their school and share photos or videos of appreciation (optional) through their nomination, and 10 schools will be chosen at random to receive 25,000 Cool School Café® points. Nominate your school now! Learn More
Check out SNA’s Food Allergy Resource Center
To help you address these dietary restrictions, SNA’s Food Allergy Resource Center includes everything you need to manage food allergies and ensure the safety of students. Resources include new webinars, how to create an emergency action plan, advice from a top allergy expert, frequently asked questions, a list of top allergens and much more.
The February 2021 issue of School Nutrition celebrates diversity and encourages understanding, awareness, empathy and inclusion. Want a sneak peek while you wait for your print copy to arrive? Check out the digital edition, available now!
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