June local agency call minutes
Review the WIC Local Agency Conference Call (PDF)- June 17 minutes.
Meaningful Minutes: WIC skills in 10
Meaningful Minutes- Advancing Textures- Part 1, the next video in the training series, is now available at Meaningful Minutes - WIC Skills in 10. Take a few minutes to check out this or one of the past videos in the series! Time spent viewing the video and discussing the staff questions can be included in the hours required for the CPA Section 4.5: Staff Training (PDF) annual Continuing Education.
Action steps:
- Watch the short, on-demand video. (To view, scroll down to the ‘Training Videos and Worksheets’ section.)
- Check out the resources.
- Discuss the questions on the staff worksheet to enhance learning and build skills!
The Meaningful Minutes series is part of the FFY 2026-2027 Nutrition Education Plan goal to enhance WIC staff assessment and counseling skills for common nutrition risks.
For questions, please reach out to Blair Haesly.
Upcoming virtual meeting: New peer program funding allocation method
Lead peer coordinators are invited to join a virtual meeting on Monday, July 6, 1-2 p.m. to learn about the new funding allocation method for peer programs.
WIC Director Kate Franken and Peer Breastfeeding Coordinator Kristen Bricko will provide an overview of the updated funding methodology, discuss what it means for local programs, and answer questions. Minnesota Department of Health Assistant Commissioner Dr. Halkeno Tura will be joining the call as well.
Please save the date and plan to attend.
Local agency staff should talk to their supervisor for approval before registering for training.
Refer to WIC Annual Required Trainings for staff training requirements.
The week ahead
Check out upcoming trainings and meetings: Local Agency WIC Calendar
Find new job opportunities on the WIC Job Postings webpage.
Submit job postings using the WIC Job Postings survey.
Friday, July 3 (State office closed to observe July 4 holiday)
|
