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White House FY2023 Budget
On March 28, President Biden released his FY2023 budget request. The President’s budget kicks off the FY2023 appropriations process and serves as a blueprint for Congress as they work to pass budget resolutions based on the President’s proposal. Learn More
#ANC22: Powered by Imagination
The School Nutrition Event of the Year is back and better than ever! From July 10-12, 2022, thousands of school nutrition professionals, industry partners and allies will gather in Orlando, Florida, for the first in-person Annual National Conference since 2019—and you do not want to miss it! Power up your imagination and start planning now to join your colleagues at #ANC22! Register Now
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2022 is in full swing, and so is the work that your amazing team of school nutrition employees. School Lunch Hero Day this year is Friday, May 6.
Happy Anniversary!
This year marks a special 10-year anniversary for SLHD and the 10th year SNA has partnered with artist Jarrett J. Krosoczka, author of the “Lunch Lady” book series that started it all. Want to learn more about the inspiration behind School Lunch Hero Day? Watch the video!
Access the Artwork
Now is the time to order the official logo and artwork, as well as any materials you want to decorate serving and dining areas, campaign-themed wearables, plus any giveaways you want to personally bestow on team members. Download the artwork here, and be sure to follow the guidelines.
Recognize and Get the Word Out!
Shop Today!
Visit the School Lunch Hero Day Shop for fun themed merchandise! Check out our new masks, T-shirts, posters, keyrings and more. Order your items today to ensure your heroes receive their gifts in time.
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Did you know there are 40 species of dolphins? They travel in pods, which can have up to 1,000 dolphins and have two stomachs! National Dolphin Day is April 14, so celebrate with a simple banana-and-fruit cup. See the pic of this fun snack in SN's Promotion Calendar along with other fun celebrations, ideas and facts for April and the coming months. |
Applications Open: Local Food for Schools Cooperative Agreement Program
The USDA announced it is accepting applications for the Local Food for Schools Cooperative Agreement Program (LFS), which will provide up to $200 million for states to purchase local food for school meal programs. Apply by June 17, 2022, at 11:59 p.m. Please refer to the LFS Request for Application (pdf) for more information.
SNA 2022 Research Agenda
NA has published the 2022 Research Agenda. Through the research agenda, SNA hopes to sensitize school nutrition researchers to conduct research on the most pressing issues currently affecting the ability of schools to provide school meals. View the SNA 2022 Research Agenda.
USDA request for comment
USDA is requesting comments on an information collection submitted to the Office of Management and Budget for review. This is a reinstatement, with change, of a previously approved information collection that expired on February 29, 2020. The information collected is necessary as part of the application process for institutions wishing to participate in the CACFP. Comments regarding this information collection are due on April 25, 2022. Submit Comments
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Find a Job Through the SNA Career Center
Visit the SNA Career Center to check out job postings in school nutrition. This week’s featured jobs include School Nutrition Manager and School Nutrition Employee in Georgia. Learn More
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Team Work Makes the Dream Work |
Teamwork isn’t a one-size-fits-all concept. To get a better understanding of how school nutrition programs are finding success through the labor shortage, we reached out to ask our members directly—and their answers are truly insightful! Read Now
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