June 7, 2012 – This week, SNA CEO Frank DiPasquale was featured on “Food News Today,” the weekly webcast hosted by food expert Phil Lempert that covers the latest news, trends and happenings in the food world. The segment provides an update on school meals and a preview of the healthy options students will find in schools starting this fall. The video also responds to recent legislation—including the SLICE (School Lunch Improvements in Children’s Education) Act—and other misinformation in the news about pizza being considered a vegetable in school cafeterias.
To view the video, visit www.foodnewstoday.com.
June 7, 2012—Interested in learning more about changes in school nutrition programs and the school environment as a result of following the HealthierUS School Challenge program? How about building the school nutrition brand personality within the school setting?
The Spring 2012 issue of The Journal of Child Nutrition & Management is now available online. Each issue of this online exclusive publication features several research articles on topics critical to the successful operation of school meal programs.
In addition to the topics mentioned already, articles in this latest issue also focus on the role of teachers in school health reform and the impact of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program on children’s consumption. You also will find a research update from USDA’s Food and Nutrition Service.
The Journal of Child Nutrition & Management is a peer-reviewed research journal published twice a year. To read the current issue, visit www.schoolnutrition.org/Content.aspx?id=17258.
The Journal of Child Nutrition & Management—Spring 2012
June 7, 2012 – Something special is being planned for new school nutrition directors at SNA’s 2012 Annual National Conference (ANC), taking place next month in Denver. Directors who are new to their role (i.e. a director for three years or less) are invited to attend a special education session designed just for them called “What Have I Gotten Myself Into?” Based on survey feedback, this session will offer new directors an opportunity to learn from seasoned directors while also connecting with other new directors. There will also be a New Director’s Reception on Sunday, July 15th from 5:00 to 6:30 pm. To learn more about other activities for new directors at ANC, visit the ANC New Director page.
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June 6, 2012 – Great news...there is still time to register at the Regular Rate for “The School Nutrition Event of the Year”—SNA’s Annual National Conference (ANC), July 15-18, 2012, in Denver, Colo. So, if you haven’t yet registered for ANC, this is your opportunity to take advantage of the extended Regular Rate registration deadline. SNA will now accept Regular Rate registrations until June 29, 2012. But hurry—after June 29th, all registrations must be submitted onsite and will be charged at the Onsite Rate!
ANC 2012 promises to be an exciting time of learning and growth, with thousands of school nutrition professionals like you joining together to share ideas to make a difference in the lives of children. Whether you’re new to school nutrition or at the height of your career, ANC offers you a diverse line-up of educational programming, inspiring general session speakers and dynamic networking opportunities.
To be part of this memorable event, register today! We look forward to seeing you in Denver!
June 6, 2012 – Signing up for Fuel Up to Play 60 is a great way to increase participation and obtain extra funding for your school nutrition program. There’s never been a better time to sign up!
From June 1, 2012, through December 31, 2012, when you register for Fuel Up to Play 60 and link to a school or district, you'll automatically be entered for a chance to win a free registration to one SNA conference of your choice. SNA will randomly draw eight winners to receive their free conference registration.
Winners will be able to choose from:
Sign up today and enter to win at http://school.fueluptoplay60.com/join. To be eligible, just select ‘SNA’ from the dropdown menu when prompted to indicate where you heard about Fuel Up to Play 60.
Register soon—the sweepstakes ends December 31st!
For details and official rules, visit www.schoolnutrition.org/fueluptoplay60. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED OR RESTRICTED BY LAW.