Recently, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) released four (4) Q&A policy memos related to School Meal Programs.
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SP 11, CACFP 06, SFSP 05-2020: Questions and Answers related to the Child Nutrition Program Monitoring and Reporting Nationwide Waivers - This memo reviews common questions regarding the monitoring waivers.
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SP 12-2020: Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program during COVID19 - This memo reviews questions regarding FFVP operations during the COVID-19 outbreak.
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SP 13, CACFP 07, SFSP 06-2020: Child Nutrition Program Nationwide Waivers: Questions and Answers - This memo reviews common questions about the meal time flexibility, non-congregate feeding, and afterschool activity waivers.
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SP 14, CACFP 08, SFSP 07-2020: Child Nutrition Program Meal Service during Novel Coronavirus Outbreaks: Questions and Answers #3 - This memo reviews common questions about meal pattern flexibilities, milk requirements, operating SFSP, meal delivery and more.
Questions? Please contact your program specialist.
Now more than ever we must recognize you, our school lunch (or rather, meals) heroes!
School Lunch Hero Day is a chance to showcase the difference school nutrition professionals make for every child you serve. Celebrate your lunch heroes with us on May 1st (or any day you choose)!
Share your celebrations with us by emailing samantha.brueske@k12.wa.us.
Due to a conflict with a Superintendent's call, we have adjusted the day and time for our weekly webinars to Wednesday afternoons.
Register Here
New Date and Time: Wednesdays, 2 - 3pm.
We have tentatively set up meetings through the end of April. Please keep an eye out for future CNS Updates for any changes.
Thank you for your feedback, 'see' you on Wednesday!
Dealing with food shortages? Can’t find specific distribution supplies? Running into staffing issues? - Let us know in the second Meal Service Needs survey! We’re working with the United Way of King County to identify needs and connect you with support and supplies.
Submit Your Survey Here
Some things you may be able to receive assistance with include:
- Food
- Food Packaging supplies (boxes, clamshells, etc)
- Sanitation/Cleaning Supplies (gloves, paper towels, hand sanitizer, soap)
- Staffing Needs (milk coolers, insulated bags, rolling racks)
Please submit your survey as soon as possible so we can help coordinate support efforts!
In Case You Missed It
If you would like to review the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) webinar on applying using WINS! You can now watch it online.
View the Recorded Webinar Here | Presentation Slides
During this webinar we review gathering CEP Data, navigating to the new CEP module in WINS, and applying for the program.
Questions? Please contact your program specialist.
The Report 1800 Series Analysis of Food Service Operations for 2018-19 has been released. To view the report, go to the CNS Claims and Fiscal Information webpage and select the Fiscal Reports dropdown.
The Report 1800 Series compiles reports and statistics for public schools to evaluate the performance of their food service operations. Public schools included in the Report 1800 operate the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) and/or School Breakfast Program (SBP).
The 1800 Report Reference Sheet provides information and details about the report. The 1800 Report is based on financial data provided by sponsors.
Questions? Please email Hydie Kidd or call 360-725-6287.
OSPI and PrimeroEdge are working together to offer Menu Planning Nutrient Analysis (MPNA) software and training at no cost to districts.
Starting at the end of this month we will be hosting training online! Training is half full, if you haven't already started using the software, now is the time to do so!
The MPNA software is USDA-approved for nutrient analysis to meet the school meal program requirements and will help you manage ingredients, create recipes, create cycle menus, and more!
Training registration is required before access can be provided to the software.
Please visit our PrimeroEdge MPNA software website to request a demo and sign up for training.
Districts have undergone a tremendous shift in program operations to help feed the children of our state. Some highlights:
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April 22
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NEW DATE AND TIME! Weekly School Meals and Summer Programs Sponsors Call - 2pm
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April 23 & 24
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PrimeroEdge Menu Planning and Nutrient Analysis software ONLINE training
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