A Message from Your SNA President-Elect
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Happy New Year to all!
And just like that, 2020 has arrived. With it comes an increased excitement about the future, including new goals, new perspectives, new opportunities, new experiences and new challenges.
As we move into a new decade, our Association and industry partners will continue to work hand-in- hand to provide the most nutritious meals and excellent service to our customers, the students of every school, district and state in these United States of America.
We will be gathering in California later this week at the
School Nutrition Industry Conference
(SNIC)
to focus on “2020 Vision” and get a glimpse of the future of school nutrition.
Registration for the fourth annual
Virtual Expo
opened this week and the Expo will run February 4-March 4, 2020. It features two exhibit halls, with industry representatives available to chat online with you and answer your questions.
SNA’s exciting
Legislative Action Conference
(LAC)
takes place March 8-10, 2020. Attendees will meet face-to-face with policymakers, share personal stories when “Charging the Hill” and hear from Washington, D.C. insiders who will give us insight on what may take place during the 2020 elections.
As you see, 2020 is off to a roaring start. Together, we can make a difference!
Sincerely,
Reginald Ross
SNA President-Elect
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2020 SPONSORSHIP BROCHURE
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DID YOU KNOW
Menu options with a cleaner label (products or ingredients with no artificial flavors, colors, preservatives, etc.) were served in about one-half of districts overall in SY2018-19. Virtually all (91%) of the districts that presently offer cleaner label menu options are at least considering expanding this practice for SY2019-20.
Learn more in SNA’s
2019 Trends Report
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SNA CALENDAR
January 12-14, 2020
Indian Wells, CA
February 4-March 4, 2020
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Last Chance to Reserve Your 2020 Virtual Expo Booth!
SNA’s fourth annual Virtual Expo will launch
February 4, 2020
! Don’t miss connecting in real-time with key decision makers, all at your convenience, from your own computer. Reach school nutrition decision- makers during the bid planning period with information about your latest products.
This opportunity is reserved for companies exhibiting at ANC 2020. Sign-ups will be on a first come, first served basis. There are limited booths available! The cost to sign-up is $1,800. For more information contact SNA Business Development Manager Nita Artis at
nartis@schoolnutrition.org
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SNA Wants YOU to Attend this Spring’s Industry Boot Camps
SNA’s Industry Boot Camp is a twice-yearly, intensive educational seminar designed for industry representatives.
Whether you’re new to school nutrition or seasoned veteran—this one-of-a-kind experience will help you better understand the ins and outs of this complex foodservice segment.
SNA will be offering Level I and Level II Boot Camps again! Level II will have two program concentrations, one with food & beverage and one with equipment & technology. Both programs will include interactive activities, an on-site school visit and an exclusive director and student panel with the opportunity to ask your own questions!
Participation in Boot Camp Level I is a prerequisite for both Boot Camp Level II Programs, unless you have been in the School Foodservice Market for 5+ years.
Level I will take place May 7-8
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Level II will take place May 12-13 (F&B) and May 14-15 (E&T) in Alexandria, VA. Registration opening soon!
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SNA’s 2020 Patron Membership Program
Are you interested in priority booth space selection at ANC (prior to non-Patron exhibitors)? Then you should join SNA’s Patron Membership Program! The
Patron program entitles your organization to discounts on important SNA programs and activities, such as one complimentary registration to attend SNIC and LAC. The Patron program fee is $12,500/year.
For more information and a
list of benefits
, contact SNA Business Development Manager Nita Artis at
nartis@schoolnutrition.org
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Legislative Action Conference (LAC) Sponsorships
SNA’s
Legislative Action Conference
(LAC) is one of the most highly anticipated, worthwhile and informative conferences of the year. Don’t miss this exceptional opportunity to grab the attention of every attendee with your marketing message. To learn more and find out what we have available, please contact SNA Business Development Manager Nita Artis at
nartis@schoolnutrition.org
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Annual National Conference (ANC) Sponsorships
SNA’s
Annual National Conference
(ANC)
provides an unparalleled opportunity for industry to showcase the latest and greatest products for the school foodservice segment. To find the right opportunity to showcase your company brand and take advantage of this remarkable opportunity, please contact SNA Business Development Manager Nita Artis at
nartis@schoolnutrition.org
for more information.
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Party With A Purpose to Support SNF
In an ongoing effort to increase awareness about the
School Nutrition Foundation
(SNF), attract new donors and increase unrestricted giving to SNF, we plan to continue
Party With A Purpose
at each of SNA’s national conferences in 2020! Look for us at the School Nutrition Industry Conference Welcome Reception in Indian Wells, CA on Saturday evening, January 11, where we will provide you with an opportunity to contribute to SNF. You will also have the chance to win a guitar autographed by Annual National Conference (ANC) 2019 headliner Andy Grammer! Your dollars can turn into
big change
in the lives of SNA members who receive scholarships to enhance their professional development and advance their careers. Look for us at the Legislative Action Conference (LAC) where we will
Party With A Purpose
on Sunday evening March 8 with a reception and a performance by The Capitol Steps. Plus, we'll be at the National Leadership Conference (NLC) in Tempe, AZ and ANC 2020 in Nashville, TN., too (locations TBD). Thanks in advance for your generous support!
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Congratulations to the Following School Nutrition Foundation Scholarship Winners!
2020 Josephine Martin National Fellowship
Laurie Allocca, NM
2020 SNIC Scholarship Winners
Wendy Collins, ME
Mason Hollingsworth, CA
Stacy Lenihan, IL
Laura Lynn, GA
Kristen Slade, WI
Kelsey Warren, OH
School Nutrition
Magazine's 2020 Editorial Calendar: Gain the Competitive Edge
When you
advertise
in
School Nutrition
(SN), your products and services are being considered by readers who represent an ever-expanding market. Are you ready to gain the competitive edge in the K-12 foodservice market segment?
SN
magazine can offer you unmatched access to the decision-makers who need your creative solutions to their unique challenges. Check out the magazine’s
editorial highlights for 2020
, and put these advantages to work in your efforts to gain the competitive edge.
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Annual National Conference Reminders
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ANC2020 Nashville Exhibit Hall Sign-up:
Less Than 75 Booths Available!
You don’t want to miss an opportunity to
network with fellow exhibitors, demo your culinary expertise and meet influential decision-makers.
ANC is the “School Nutrition Event of the Year!”
to see what exhibit space is still available for the upcoming 74th Annual National Conference in Nashville, TN at Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center on July 12–14, 2020 (2-day tradeshow).
Contact Crystal Harper-Pierre, Exhibits Sales Manager at (800) 877-8822, ext. 140 or
charper@schoolnutrition.org
, to reserve your booth space. Crystal looks forward to hearing from you.
Be a Part of One of the Highlights of ANC: Culinary Demonstrations
Only one time slot available
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Tuesday, July 14: 8:00 am-9:00 am
Culinary Demonstrations provide an opportunity to showcase your latest food products, recipes, techniques, nutrition and food presentation skills, and offer ways to enhance school meals and increase participation. These demos are available for purchase for $3,500 each.
You must be exhibiting at ANC 2020 to present a demo.
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Legislative & Regulatory Update
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SNA Launches Research Initiative on Universal Meals
Studies have shown that school meals contribute to the health, attentiveness, behavior and academic achievement of students. SNA believes all students should have equal access to nutritious school meals, and that is why we are excited to announce a new research initiative that will evaluate the potential social benefits and costs of expanding the National School Lunch and Breakfast Programs, to serve all students at no charge.
Read more.
Julian Castro Unveils Anti-Hunger Plan
U.S. presidential candidate Julian Castro announced his People First Plan to End Hunger in America. In addition to expanding SNAP and WIC, the widely encompassing plan increases school meal reimbursement rates, lowers the Identified Student Percentage threshold to participate in CEP to zero percent, and expands summer meals. The plan also rolls back meal pattern flexibilities granted since passage of the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010. In addition, the Plan expands certain tax credits and benefits and establishes universal pre-K and childcare.
SNA is Thankful for The Real School Lunch Story
SNA is grateful for our members who have worked tirelessly to transform school meals every day. To combat misconceptions and outdated stereotypes, we created a new video to share the real school lunch story and highlight all the positive changes that have occurred in today’s school cafeterias.
View video.
2019 Advocacy Wins Roundup
Take a look back at your incredible advocacy efforts of 2019 and get ready to continue to progress in 2020!
Read more.
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