School Nutrition Association

Member Spotlight: Stefanie Giannini, MA, SNS. Stefanie's career highlight was speaking at SNA's 2019 Annual National Conference, presenting "Self-Awareness: Knowing Yourself to Improve as a Leader." Despite initial nerves, the session's positive impact was evident through attendee feedback, including a handwritten letter. This experience underscored the industry's supportive environment. How has SNA influenced your journey? Take the chance to create memorable experiences at #ANC24. Read more about Stefanie at, https://lnkd.in/eE6Qk8yc.

Hi everyone, guess what? We're only 8 days away from #ANC24! SNA's Annual National Conference (ANC) is the biggest event for school nutrition professionals. Every year, it gathers thousands of people who are passionate about nourishing students and enhancing their learning experience through healthy school meals. We're so excited to see you all in Boston and can't wait to create more amazing memories together. So, what's your absolute favorite moment from ANC so far? We'd love to hear all about it in the comments below! #CountdownToANC24 #SchoolNutrition #ANC24

Season 2 of School Food for Thought is here! Get ready for an exciting new season and dive into the heart of school nutrition, exploring innovative ideas, inspiring stories, and practical tips from the leaders who make it all happen. From advocacy and behind-the-scenes roles to creative culinary innovations and sustainability efforts, Season 2 is packed with engaging conversations that will #empower and #inspire. In this first episode, let's explore and dive into advocacy tips with Cathy Schuchart & E. Nichole Taylor. Hosted by Danielle Duran Baron, MA, MBA, FASAE, CAE (she/her). How do you advocate for school nutrition? Listen now! #SchoolNutrition #ANC24  

The countdown to #ANC24 has officially begun! But first...the SNA’s 2024 Annual National Conference (ANC24) app is here and ready to download. Make the most of your time in Boston with a tool you already have: your smartphone! The ANC24 App delivers an all-inclusive guide to help you navigate the conference. In the app you'll be able to: -Add sessions you want to attend to "My Schedule" -Bookmark the events that you want to attend -Browse the exhibitors and make a plan for visiting the Exhibit Hall -Connect with other attendees in Discussion Groups -Get late-breaking news and schedule changes Get it now by searching for "SNA Events" in the Apple App store or Google Play store. Special thanks our friends at TysonK12Schools for supporting the official SNA ANC24 app.

🚨 Exciting news! San Diego Unified School District is teaming up with local libraries, parks, and community centers to provide free breakfasts and lunches to children and teens all summer long. Alongside educational activities, this initiative aims to combat food insecurity, ensuring every child has access to nutritious meals without registration requirements. Check out the full story on KNSD-TV (San Diego) https://lnkd.in/et7Fmftt.

The School Nutrition Foundation is pleased to share that LEAD to Succeed™ training requests are back! Thanks to a grant extension from USDA, SNA state agencies and state affiliates can now request in-person or virtual LEAD to Succeed™ training that takes place through May 20, 2025. We are pleased to be able to offer this continued training through our Cadre of Trainers and grateful to USDA for their ongoing support. Learn more about LEAD to Succeed & how your state agency or SNA state affiliate can request a training at their next meeting https://lnkd.in/ej-PmpM

🎉 Congratulations to Lindsey Parker, the winner of our May Steps Challenge! As the Building Food Services Manager at Natrona County High School in Natrona County District #1, Lindsey has truly stepped up (pun intended) and shown us all how to stay fit and active. We're proud of your dedication and commitment to wellness! Keep up the amazing work! 💪✨ #MayStepsChallengeWinner #WellnessWarrior #NatronaCountyPride #StrivetoThrive

🎥 Watch this special message to #ANC24 attendees from our Opening Keynote speaker, Chef Andrew Zimmern! 🌟 Emmy-winning, four-time James Beard Award-winning TV personality, writer, and teacher - Chef Zimmern is ready to share his wealth of knowledge and passion for food. Check out his message and don't miss this inspiring session! Register here: https://lnkd.in/gZbAYnuY #ChefAndrewZimmern #KeynoteSpeaker #Foodie #Inspiration #EmmyWinner #JamesBeardAward #FoodKnowledge #SchoolNutritionANC2024

🎉 Congratulations 🎉 to the winner of our Golden Ticket Raffle -Cyndi Kimball of Easton, ME! Thank you Cyndi and everyone who participated. Your support helps SNF provide more scholarship and professional development opportunities for School Nutrition Association members! Learn more about the School Nutrition Foundation at https://lnkd.in/gJ-rnAcX.

📢 Exciting Update! The latest issue of the Journal of Child Nutrition & Management is now available! 🔍 In This Issue: Research Brief: Explore a study on Elementary Education students' readiness for implementing Breakfast in the Classroom (BIC) and the impact of educational videos on their perceptions. Research in Action Articles: -Assess the effectiveness of a summer virtual food literacy program for 3rd-5th graders. -Review interventions to reduce food waste in K-12 school breakfast and lunch environments. -Understand farm to school nutrition program coordinators’ views on food safety. 🌟 Plus, enjoy additional insights from the FNS Research Corner with summaries by Susannah Barr, PhD. A special thanks to our contributors: Sara Elnakib, PhD, MPH, RD | Matthew J. Landry, PhD, RDN, DipACLM, FAND, FAHA | Carmen Byker Shanks | Brooklyn Bezzant | Camilla Jensen | Nathan Stokes | Kelsey Anderson | Erin Comollo, Ed.D | Peggy Policastro and our Editor, Keith Rushing, PhD, RD. Don't miss out on the latest findings and practical applications in child nutrition! Read now at https://lnkd.in/edJ63F5K.