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Written & read by: Joe Urban In today’s digital age, a strong and strategic social media presence has become an indispensable tool for school foodservice programs. Beyond simply sharing lunch menus, a well-managed social media strategy can foster connections, increase engagement, and bring a host of benefits to both students and the school community.

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I always believed there to be two types of people that work in school nutrition: those that “geek out” on the business aspect of our programs (budgets, food cost, meals per labor hour etc.) and those that would rather focus their efforts on the “fun stuff” (menu innovation, staff training, social media etc.).

There are few foods that are as nutritious and well-loved as peanut butter. It offers a nutritious option that counts as a protein in the school meal. Paired with whole grain bread, fresh fruit and vegetables and a low-fat milk – peanut butter and jelly is a lunch that provides energy for learning and activity.

Trying to incorporate more veggies into your life in the new year? Try this easy and delicious recipe!

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Looking for a little inspiration to help boost your menu? Welcome to our column featuring bites of nutrition knowledge and insight for your team’s menu creation needs - Pisanick Partners

With the holiday season upon us, many school nutrition professionals are counting down the days to our holiday breaks. We are tired, potentially burnt out, and are ready to take a well deserved breather. However, what does that look like? Just because work slows down, doesn’t mean life necessarily does. For many people, the holiday season can actually be a season of stress in many other ways. Addi...

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Aurora Public Schools (APS) has embarked on an innovative journey to transform school nutrition, led by Shannon Solomon, the Director of Nutrition Services. The school's "A team," a dedicated group of nutrition professionals, is making significant strides in providing high-quality, nutritious meals to over 38,000 students across its campuses.

One way to get your kids to eat better is to get them involved in the process. Who doesn't like pizza? It's even better when you get to add in your own toppings. This do-it-yourself pizza comes together really quickly so it's great for a mid-day activity that also serves as a delicious lunch. By: Bettina Applewhite

From restaurants to meal kits, offering customization options has become a menu mainstay. Personalization also fits with trends like plant-based eating and DIY finishes. Plus, personalization allows for flexibility for staff and customers, respects individual differences and helps manage allergies and other special diets. Let’s dive into three ways that school districts can include personalization...

We’re halfway through the school year and looking forward to flipping the calendar to 2024 in a few short weeks! To add some fun to the mix and to organize ourselves, here are some ways to align your mind to start strong next year. (Don’t skip the fun ones, studies show that playful, rested brains are better at solving problems!) Written by: Annelise McAuliffe Soares Read by: Marlon Gordon

With so much going on in our personal lives, our work lives, and across the globe today, it can feel very overwhelming to focus on the positive. But it is all the positive things that are worth continuing to fight for. It’s also more and more difficult for us to be able to take care of ourselves, to take a moment to pause and breathe. However, I highly encourage you to take those moments, because...

Looking for a little inspiration to help boost your menu? Welcome to Pisanick Partners' column featuring bites of nutrition knowledge and insight for your team’s menu creation needs.

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