BUILD: PROCUREMENT & PROGRESS USFA ENGAGES
SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA “As School Nutrition program operators, we wear many hats and often play a critical role in advocating for our meal programs, always seeking opportunities to give voice to our work. When the Science History Institute contacted us regarding a planned exhibit, “The History and Science of Food in US Schools,” we were absolutely thrilled to play a role in its development. The museum curator innocently asked about the logistics of how the food makes its way into our schools. I laughed and asked how far in the weeds he wanted me to go because I had just the thing to answer that question, but it happened to be a two-page flow chart mapping out the path and all the parties involved in the process. A few meetings later, this complex answer to an innocent question was made into a beautiful, simplified diagram digitally printed onto one of our school lunch tables to be showcased at the exhibit. The opportunity has allowed us to share what happens behind the scenes. It gives the public a better understanding of how we operate within the federal meal program while shedding light on the fact that there’s more to our program than just throwing food on a tray. ” - Elizabeth Keegan, MS, RD, LDN, SNS
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STUDENT-LED MENUS INCREASE PARTICIPATION: Engaging students in the school food selection process is critical to ensuring menus are delicious, diverse, and representative of the student population. Our members consider this step of menu planning critical to their success and is a regular event throughout the majority of our districts.
CHICAGO PUBLIC SCHOOLS
JULY 2024
Students in member Chicago Public Schools tasted new recipes to help decide what ends up on the menu. Students tried jollof rice, a blueberry crisp, fruit parfait, cinnamon peaches, and more, and shared their favorites with Chicago Sun-Times.
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Los Angeles unified public schools
ORANGE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Students in member LAUSD returned to new classes and updated school meals menus. Students and Superintendent Alberto Carvalho previewed options, including whole-grain cinnamon rolls and acai bowls, to pick their healthy and delicious favorites.
JULY 2024
JAN 2024
Member OCPS food show: students tasted potential new lunch recipes like arepas, veggie burgers, and lemongrass chicken chow mein and gave feedback.
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USFA ENGAGES
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