News & Updates

Stay current on the important developments and latest information that affects school nutrition.

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Food Allergies, SNA News

Update on Sesame Allergen Labeling Requirements

April 10, 2023

The recently implemented FASTER Act named sesame as the ninth major allergen and requires products containing sesame to be labeled…


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Careers & Training, SNA News

Explore SNA’s Self-Paced Education Modules

April 7, 2023

Keep up with your professional development on your own time. SNA’s Education Modules are a great choice for school nutrition…


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School Lunch Hero Day, SNA News

Celebrate your School Lunch Heroes this May!

April 4, 2023

Join SNA and schools across the country in celebrating School Lunch Hero Day on May 5. This special day is…


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School Nutrition Foundation, SNA News

K-12 Distributors, We Want to Hear From You! 

April 3, 2023

As school nutrition professionals continue to navigate the supply chain disruptions, School Nutrition Foundation and No Kid Hungry are looking to further understand the challenges experienced by a key pillar of the school nutrition network—Distributors. We are conducting Listening Sessions to gauge distributors’ thoughts around the evolving school nutrition segment.


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Advocacy & Policy, Press Release

SNA Comments on USDA’s Proposed Nutrition Standards 

March 28, 2023

Citing research showing students already eat their healthiest meals at school, the non-profit аIJʿª½±½á¹û (SNA) has urged the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to maintain current school nutrition standards and focus on expanding access to and promoting consumption of school meals. SNA’s comments, submitted in response to USDA’s proposed rule on long-term standards, also offer alternative solutions to advance the goals of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans.  


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Career Development, Careers & Training, SNA Certificate & Credentialing, SNA News

New 2023 Edition of SNS Credentialing Exam Study Guide Now Available

March 27, 2023

SNA has released the 2023 edition of the School Nutrition Specialist Credentialing Exam Study Guide. This latest edition is a collection of the most important content and resources available, and now includes a 58-page Answer Guide for all 178 key area knowledge/content practice questions that will aid in comprehension of critical exam topics.


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SNA News, SNA Research

SNA Report: Participation up in SY21-22, Drops in SY22-23

March 23, 2023

A new participation report by the аIJʿª½±½á¹û (SNA) provides insight on trends in school meal participation before, during…


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Advocacy & Policy, Legislation, SNA News

Act Now: Two Key School Nutrition Bills Introduced in Congress

March 16, 2023

Hungry students can’t learn and access to nutritious meals at school is vital for children’s physical and mental development. Without…


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Annual National Conference, Conferences & Events, SNA News

#ANC23 Registration is Open!

March 9, 2023

Registration for #ANC23 is Now Open! Registration is officially open for SNA’s Annual National Conference (ANC). Join your peers from…


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Advocacy & Policy, SNA News

Submit Your Comments on Proposed Nutrition Standards

March 7, 2023

The USDA last month released proposed long-term nutrition standards for school meal programs. Among other provisions, the proposal phases in…


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SNA News, SNA Publications

SN Magazine: The Second Annual Food Issue

March 6, 2023

Let’s talk about food for second or two. Yes, we know—considering we’re all professionals working in the school nutrition field,…


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Elections, SNA News

New Leadership Elected for SNA  

March 2, 2023

Some great leadership talent will be stepping up to lead the association in the years ahead for the SNA Board of Directors, Industry Advisory Council, and the Leadership Development Committee. Our school nutrition programs face challenges on many fronts and your SNA leaders provide direction and lead action to protect and strengthen programs for the children you serve. 


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