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How one school district used community connections to keep kids fed during COVID-19

 By Benita Gingerella on May 24, 2021

Jackson County Public Schools has relied on teamwork and local support to continuously adjust its meal service throughout the pandemic.

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Nebraska to begin a farm-to-school network

By Benita Gingerella on May 24, 2021

State lawmakers have passed LB396, which aims to help connect local farms with schools and provide educational opportunities for students.

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New bill pushes for universal free meals in Maine

By Benita Gingerella on May 21, 2021

The legislation aims to guarantee that students 18 and under would receive free meals at public schools.

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Lawmakers introduce bill to expand local food access in schools

By Benita Gingerella on May 21, 2021

The Local School Foods Expansion Act would build upon a pilot that was part of the 2014 Farm Bill.

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5 school food bills introduced in anticipation of Child Nutrition Reauthorization

By Benita Gingerella on May 18, 2021

Here’s a look at some recent legislation brought forth ahead of Child Nutrition Reauthorization, which could occur later this year.

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School district hosts take-home recipe challenge to engage kids during the pandemic

By Benita Gingerella on May 17, 2021

Contest winners received a customized apron and had their dish included in one of Pitman Public Schools' weekly meal bundles.

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A New Leaf provides a taste of home for refugee children

By Patricia Cobe on May 11, 2021

The residential resettlement center feeds kids three meals a day while they await family placements.

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Sen. Sanders, Rep. Omar and others introduce universal free meals bill

By Benita Gingerella on May 07, 2021

The Universal School Meals Program Act of 2021 would provide all K-12 students with free breakfast, lunch, dinner and a snack, regardless of income.

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How one school district increased its meal counts

By Benita Gingerella on May 07, 2021

Montrose County School District focused on employee training, accessibility and expanding the menu to drive participation.

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School Nutrition Association announces 2021 national award recipients

By Benita Gingerella on May 06, 2021

The winners have been announced in conjunction with National School Lunch Hero Day, which takes place on May 7.

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