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The Consolidated Appropriations and COVID Stimulus and Relief Bill passed Section 722 on December 28, 2020. This section includes funding for CNP program operators for the purpose of covering emergency operating costs incurred during the public health emergency.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently released SP 06-2021, CACFP 05-2021:Child Nutrition Program Emergency Operating Costs During COVID-19: Implementation Guidance for State Agencies. This memo includes the formula for calculating benefits.
Funds are available for sponsors who experienced a significant drop in claim reimbursement in March, April, May, and June 2020 due to the pandemic.
Calculation of Funds
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For April through June = 2019 Claim – 2020 Claim x .55%
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For March= 2019 Claim – 2020 Claim x .55%, divided by 2
Next Steps
OSPI Child Nutrition Services must submit an implementation plan to USDA for approval before funds may be issued. Calculations will be done by Child Nutrition Services and automatically issued to sponsors. No action is required by sponsors.
Please keep an eye out for future CNS Updates for more details as they become available.
Have Questions? Please email summermeals@k12.wa.us.
In November, OSPI requested a gap year for Administrative Reviews scheduled for SY 2020-21 to provide further technical assistance and support to Child Nutrition Program sponsors in response to Program operation changes as a result of the public health crisis.
The gap year extends the review cycle, allowing SY 2020-21 Administrative Reviews to be rescheduled for SY 2021-22. This waiver has been approved by the USDA. OSPI must continue to conduct oversight and provide technical assistance to ensure program integrity upon approval of this waiver.
Our focus will be on customer service, technical assistance, and program integrity through conducting:
- Risk-Based Approach to Technical Assistance Visits
- Group Facilitation
- Formal and Informal Trainings
- Zoom Office Hours
- Webinars
The USDA did not offer a waiver for Procurement Reviews, therefore this review will continue as planned for 20-21.
Program Specialists will contact sponsors in the coming weeks to schedule Technical Assistance Visits, Training, as well as Office Hours. We appreciate the dedication of each sponsor as they continue to provide the children of Washington State with nutritious meals during this unprecedented time.
Questions? Contact your Program Specialist.
The Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) Child Nutrition Services (CNS) released B097-20 Disclosure of Free & Reduced-Price Eligibility Information.
This bulletin provides information about sharing eligibility information according to USDA regulations and confidentiality rules. Please read the bulletin in full for more details.
Questions? Please contact your OSPI CNS Program Specialist.
The USDA requires the following reports/ reviews to be completed by February 1.
If you haven’t done so already, please complete these requirements as soon as possible.
Instructions, forms, and tools are available on the Child Nutrition Services website. While completed forms are not required to be submitted, you must keep them on file for Administrative Reviews.
Questions? Please contact your program specialist.
Last week, we shared some important Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) and Seamless Summer Option (SSO) operations reminders.
For more information on monitoring requirements, closed and open sites, meal service changes, serving children under age 6, and more, please review the 1/25 Update.
Questions? Please contact your OSPI CNS Program Specialist.
Join Us For Our New Bi-Weekly Webinar Series!
During these webinars OSPI CNS will discuss hot topics, highlight important reminders, and provide an opportunity for you to ask questions.
Register Here
Dates: Every other Wednesday through 6/30/2021
Time: 2 - 3pm PT
Program operators offering the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)/ School Breakfast Program (SBP), Seamless Summer Option (SSO), and Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) during the 20-21 school year are encouraged to join us for these webinars.
Reminders
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Follow up emails will no longer be sent after the meeting. If you missed our last webinar, you can review the recording from our 1/27 meeting here.
- Save us on Your Calendar! When you register, there is an option to add us to your calendar at the bottom of the confirmation email.
- A reminder email with your link to log into the webinar is sent 1 hour before the session starts.
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Child Nutrition Services (CNS) invited the Institute of Child Nutrition (ICN) to conduct several FREE trainings over the coming year. These sessions can be attended by any food services staff, and they offer Professional Standards.
There is a limit of 2 participants from each district per training. We will be offering sessions more than once so there will be more opportunities to attend later in the year.
Steps to Take
- Participants must let OSPI Child Nutrition Services (CNS) know they are interested in attending the training using the pdEnroller platform – Use the ‘Sign-Up Here’ links below.
- There is a limit of 25 participants for each session.
- PdEnroller notifies CNS of the number of interested participants and automatically creates a waitlist when the session is filled.
IMPORTANT: Each participant must sign up separately and each person must have their own email address.
Trainings
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Norovirus in Schools - This 2-hour session reviews why norovirus is a concern, symptoms, and prevention and control strategies.
Date: Thursday, February 11
Times:
Sign-Up Here for the 12-2pm session*
Sign-Up Here for the 2:30 - 4:30pm session*
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Food Safety Basics - This session is designed to provide a basic understanding of food safety. Lessons include methods for training staff, how to prevent foodborne illness, and resources for monitoring.
Dates:
Sign-Up Here for the February 16 session*
Sign-Up Here for the March 18 session*
Time: 12 - 4pm PT
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Food Allergies - This training includes information about food allergies, food intolerance, reading food labels, avoiding cross contact, accommodating students with food allergies, and educating the school community about food allergies. Participants will great a food allergy management plan.
Sign-Up Here*
Date: Thursday, February 25
Time: 12 - 4pm PT
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Nutrition 101 - This 8-hour course provides a basic overview of nutrition with an emphasis on the importance of balance in daily food choices and the inclusion of physical activity.
Sign-Up Here*
Dates: Wednesday, March 3 & Thursday, March 4
Time: 12 - 4pm PT
*Note: You may have to register for a pdEnroller account to sign up for the training if you do not have one currently. You may use this link to create an account, if needed.
Have Questions? Please email Samantha Brueske, Training and Communications Specialist.
This year, the Washington School Nutrition Association (WSNA) is hosting the Industry Conference and USDA Food Show Virtually!
This conference is great for anyone who wants to learn more about Food Distribution and USDA Foods. Presentations include:
- CNS & FDP Updates
- Food Distribution 101
- Wellness Sessions
- Marketing Your Program
- And More!
You can view registration and agenda information on the WSNA Website.
March orders open Wednesday, February 3, and will close Wednesday, February 10, at 4pm.
Surplus orders will open Thursday, February 11, at 1pm for groups 1 - 3, and 2pm for all other groups. Surplus closes Friday, February 12, at 4pm.
For more information on your group number, please review the Order and Delivery Schedule.
Ordering
- To place an order - log-in to CNP Web.
- Your Food Distribution Application must be completed (including certified and submitted) before you can place an order.
- Ordering Instructions
- Reminder:
The Ordering and Receiving webpage has multiple resources to assist you in placing your ordering including; instructions, order and distribution schedule.
Important Reminders
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Confirmation of USDA Foods If you’re scheduled to receive a USDA Foods Delivery, you should receive an appointment confirmation from the carrier. Please remember to reply to the carrier confirming receipt of appointment.
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To update or change your delivery contact person, please complete the Delivery Updates Form.
Questions? Please email the Food Distribution Office or call 360-725-6204.
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What is the Pre-Order Survey?
The Pre-Order Survey is an annual requirement for all participating USDA Food Distribution sponsors. The survey is your commitment of what you plan to order during the upcoming 2021-22 school year. The survey also tells OSPI Food Distribution how much and what types of foods to order through USDA for the entire 2021 School Year.
Who must complete the survey?
Local Education Agencies (LEAs) who plan to operate in SY 2021-22 must complete the Pre-Order Survey in anticipation of returning to 'traditional' operations next year.
Please complete this survey with what you forecast needing in the upcoming school year. We can cancel orders at a later date if LEAs do not need the foods, but cannot add LEAs if they do not complete the survey now.
What do you have to do?
Complete your pre-order survey as soon as possible! The survey opens on February 8 and closes on February 26.
Here's some helpful tools:
Product Information Sheets
Questions on completing your survey? Email Marlon Hopkins or call 360-725-6204.
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| February 1 |
Annual Requirements Must Be Complete - Food storage evaluation, on-site reviews |
| February 3-10 |
March FDP Ordering Open in CNP |
| February 8 |
USDA Foods Pre-Order Survey Opens in CNP |
| February 8 |
DoD Fresh Enrollment Opens - Complete your Enrollment Form |
| February 10 |
Bi-Weekly Food Service Operations for NSLP and SFSP Sponsors Webinar - Register Here
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| February 11-12 |
March FDP Surplus Ordering Open in CNP |
| February 15 |
January Claims Due in WINS |
| February 16-17 |
WSNA Industry Conference and Food Show - Register Here
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