We are thrilled to announce that the School Nutrition Foundation’s popular Webinar Wednesday series is returning this month! The first two webinars of the 2011-12 season will focus on the new proposed meal patterns, and school nutrition professionals will not want to miss these very important discussions; the future of your program begins now! School food pros earn one CEU for each webinar.
Best Practice: Menu Changes to Meet the New Proposed Meal Patterns
Our first webinar, entitled “Best Practice: Menu Changes to Meet the New Proposed Meal Patterns” will be held on August 24, 2011 from 2 p.m.-3:15 p.m. EDT and is being produced in partnership with the National Dairy Council. We will explore the menu and procurement changes (which meet the proposed patterns) of three school nutrition professionals. We will discussion sodium reduction, whole grains, and increasing both the variety and servings of fruits and vegetables. You will also learn more about Minnesota’s “Great Trays” program that has helped more than 200 schools prepare for the proposed meal plan requirements.
Register for this webinar online.
Understanding the Proposed School Meal Patterns
The second webinar will take place on Wednesday August 31, 2011 from 2 p.m.-3:15 p.m. EDT. “Understanding the Proposed School Meal Patterns” was originally presented at ANC 2011 in Nashville, and will focus on understanding the meal patterns and changes from the current school meal pattern. This webinar is presented in partnership with the School Nutrition Association, and will include information on the process for the implementation of the changes along with the changes themselves.
Register for this webinar online.
Note: SNA members can use the School Nutrition Network (SNN) to stay up to date on Webinar Wednesday topics, as well as SNA and SNF events, education sessions, and more! This SNA members-only resource will put you in touch with other school nutrition foodservice professionals; read blogs, participate in forums, and more.