A well-run school lunch program is essential for children’s academic success and well-being. But managing a cafeteria, including dealing with long lines and serving hundreds of meals a day, isn’t easy. These obstacles can affect the quality of meal services throughout the year, making it important to find practical solutions to improve efficiency. By using […]
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Winter break presents an ideal opportunity for schools to renovate their cafeterias, but the limited two-week timeframe can pose unexpected challenges. School administrators and foodservice directors understand the importance of completing renovations on schedule to ensure a seamless start when students return. Here’s how to navigate these challenges and keep school kitchen equipment upgrades on […]
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School nutrition directors face numerous challenges when it comes to equipping their facilities with the necessary tools and resources. From balancing budgets to ensuring compliance with procurement regulations, the task can be daunting. One essential tool that can simplify this process is the Keystone Purchasing Network (KPN). Here’s everything you need to know about how […]
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The landscape of school nutrition faces significant challenges in the coming year, as outlined in the 2023 School Nutrition Trends Report. This comprehensive report sheds light on three key hurdles that schools must address to ensure the well-being of their students. Let’s take a closer look at what’s detailed in the trends report now. Challenge […]
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Budgets can have a major impact on the quality of foodservice that school districts across Virginia and Maryland can deliver. Any additional dollars can help directors with their goals, and school nutrition grant money can certainly have a transformative effect.
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A recent study by the School Nutrition Association indicates that rising costs are the number one challenge facing school nutrition programs today. School nutrition directors are under extraordinary pressure to do more with less and ensure each student can access healthy, nourishing food.
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