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Here’s how 3 K-12 operators are feeding kids during the first few weeks of school

By Benita Gingerella on Oct. 02, 2020

FSDs share new challenges, goals and what they’ve gleaned so far.

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Senate passes funding bill that includes nearly $8B in nutrition assistance

By Benita Gingerella on Oct. 01, 2020

The legislation, which was signed into law Thursday morning, would allow the USDA to further extend all Summer Food Service Program and Seamless Summer Option meal waivers.

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NYC Public Schools becomes first large district to open all schools for in-person learning

By FSD Staff on Oct. 01, 2020

After twice delaying the start of in-person instruction, the district is now welcoming back students at all grade levels.

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House of Representatives passes continuing resolution that includes funding to extend summer meal program waivers

By Benita Gingerella on Sep. 23, 2020

The legislation will add almost $8 billion in funding for school nutrition programs.

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USDA issues nationwide waiver for CACFP at-risk program

By Benita Gingerella on Sep. 22, 2020

Schools and after-school care centers with state agency approval will now be able to serve at-risk meals and snacks regardless of location.

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Broward County Public Schools starts offering weekend meals

By Benita Gingerella on Sep. 16, 2020

Any child under 18 can now receive free breakfast and lunch for Saturday.

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School nutrition teams under quarantine turn to community to keep kids fed

By FSD Staff on Sep. 16, 2020

Nearby districts and other community members have stepped in to help distribute meals.

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3 school nutrition teams share their fall reopening plans

By Benita Gingerella on Aug. 11, 2020

K-12 schools are looking at a variety of ways to serve students as they start the school year either remotely or in person.

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Bill introduced to provide all K-12 students with free meals this school year

By Benita Gingerella on Jul. 30, 2020

The Pandemic Child Hunger Prevention Act would temporarily grant universal free meals to all students.

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How school nutrition programs aim to emerge from the pandemic stronger than ever

By Benita Gingerella on Jun. 01, 2020

In the age of COVID-19, K-12 operators are forming community ties and reanalyzing their roles in the greater food system.

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