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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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How one elementary school is cutting food waste during the pandemic

By Benita Gingerella on May 04, 2021

Arden Road Elementary School’s “No Stinkin’ Food Waste” program has saved close to 2,000 pounds of food from the landfill.

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4 ways school districts are celebrating School Lunch Hero Day

By Benita Gingerella on May 04, 2021

Here's how some nutrition teams are being recognized this year.

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CDC issues new COVID-19 guidance for school nutrition professionals

By Benita Gingerella on May 03, 2021

The guidelines were updated to include information on self-service stations.

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Biden’s American Families Plan includes over $40 billion in funding for child nutrition

By Benita Gingerella on Apr. 28, 2021

The plan would expand CEP and Summer EBT access, while offering financial incentives to schools that offer more healthy foods.

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USDA extends Pandemic EBT benefits into summer months

By Benita Gingerella on Apr. 26, 2021

The program is expected to provide nutrition assistance to over 30 million children this summer.

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Sodexo launches new cafe concept for middle schoolers

By Benita Gingerella on Apr. 26, 2021

FoodiE Cafe will feature on-trend menu items that students can pre-order.

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Senators introduce Farm to School Act of 2021

By Benita Gingerella on Apr. 26, 2021

The bipartisan bill would expand the USDA's Farm to School Grant Program.

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