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Supplemental budget would keep universal free meals going in Massachusetts

By Benita Gingerella on Jan. 31, 2023

The budget allots $65 million to offer universal free meals in the state for the remainder of the current school year.

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Federal bill would require food allergy training for school nutrition workers

 By Benita Gingerella on Jan. 31, 2023

More than 15% of children with food allergies have an allergic reaction while at school, according to the USDA.

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Former school nutrition director charged with stealing $1.5M worth of chicken wings

By FSD Staff on Jan. 31, 2023

Vera Liddell stole the wings over a 19-month period during the height of the pandemic, according to court documents.

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Virginia House subcommittee kills universal free meals bill

By Benita Gingerella on Jan. 30, 2023

The bill failed to pass the House Pre-K-12 Education Subcommittee last week.

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With help from the Humane Society, Chartwells K12 makes a plant-based push in Rhode Island

By Benita Gingerella on Jan. 27, 2023

The food management company has committed to serving two plant-based entrees monthly and three plant-based sides weekly at schools across the state.

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Ashland School District partners with campus farm to bring fresh ingredients to students

By Benita Gingerella on Jan. 25, 2023

Butternut squash and other produce is being sourced from The Farm at Southern Oregon University for use in salad bars and scratch-made entrees.

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Massachusetts considers making universal free school meals permanent

By Benita Gingerella on Jan. 25, 2023

A new bill would require schools in the state to provide free breakfast and lunch to all students.

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Hawaii introduces universal free meals bill

By Benita Gingerella on Jan. 25, 2023

If passed, the bill would guarantee all public school students free breakfast and lunch starting next school year.

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North Dakota bills would ban lunch shaming and provide universal free meals

By Benita Gingerella on Jan. 24, 2023

The state is one of many looking at providing free meals to all K-12 students.

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Universal free meals bill introduced in Tennessee

By Benita Gingerella on Jan. 24, 2023

The state joins South Carolina, Minnesota and others in introducing a universal free meals bill this legislative session.

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