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6 ways operators are celebrating Earth Day

By Benita Gingerella on Apr. 19, 2021

Here’s how foodservice teams across the country are sharing sustainability efforts with diners.

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Senators introduce bipartisan bill to expand summer meal access

By Benita Gingerella on Apr. 19, 2021

The Summer Meals Act would expand program eligibility and improve access for students in rural and underserved communities.

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Children get their healthiest meals from school, study reveals

By Benita Gingerella on Apr. 13, 2021

Researchers found that school meals have higher nutritional quality compared to those from other food sources, such as restaurants.

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Dayton ISD opens new cafe for faculty and staff

By Benita Gingerella on Apr. 09, 2021

The school district’s Broncos Cafe serves up breakfast and lunch during the week.

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Almost 80% of school staff have received first dose of COVID vaccine, CDC says

By Benita Gingerella on Apr. 07, 2021

Over 2 million Pre-K-12 teachers, school staff and childcare workers were vaccinated through the Federal Retail Pharmacy Program during March.

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A school food truck’s newest stop? The local vaccine clinic

By Benita Gingerella on Mar. 29, 2021

Burke County Public Schools serves craft burgers and more to those working at the clinic or receiving a vaccine.

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Senate Committee on Agriculture holds first hearing on Child Nutrition Reauthorization

By Benita Gingerella on Mar. 26, 2021

Ranking Member John Boozman says the committee plans to make Child Nutrition Reauthorization a priority this year.

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How video is helping Springfield Public Schools engage kids at home

By Benita Gingerella on Mar. 24, 2021

The nutrition team came up with several video series that highlight school nutrition staff and popular menu items.

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What’s on the docket for school nutrition policy?

By Benita Gingerella on Mar. 23, 2021

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and other government leaders discussed school nutrition plans at the National Anti-Hunger Policy Conference, held last week.

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USDA data reveals a 30% drop in school meals served during pandemic

By Benita Gingerella on Mar. 17, 2021

School nutrition programs also suffered financial losses in the first 9 months of COVID-19.

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