Statewide Media Release (ALL)
Each year, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food and Nutrition Service uses federal poverty information to update income eligibility guidelines for meals served at schools and day care programs. As an agency administering USDA programs, the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction publicizes these guidelines annually. Additional information is available on the department’s newsroom website. A list of agencies in Wisconsin that participate in the Child and Adult Care Food Program is available online.
For more information, and for a full news release visit our webpage.
CACFP Training: Reminder to Register (ALL)
It’s not too late to register for the CACFP full day training conference in Wausau on September 25! For more information and to register, go to the CACFP Training website.
Translated Materials (ALL but FDCH)
The DPI has translated the following updated materials. These materials can be found on our Guidance Memorandums and Translated Documents & Forms or next to the English versions throughout our webpage.
- FY 2026 Household Letter and HSIS for ADC (Spanish and Hmong)
- FY 2026 Household Letter and HSIS for CC (Spanish and Hmong)
- Meal Pattern Chart (1-18 Year Olds) (Spanish and Hmong)
- Meal Pattern Chart (ADC) (Spanish and Hmong)
- WIC Fact Sheet (Spanish and Hmong)
- Special Dietary Needs Tracking Form (Spanish only, Hmong at a later date)
- Medical Statement Template (Spanish only, Hmong at a later date)
The DPI website has an option to use Google Translate for its pages. It is recognized that Google Translate may not be 100% accurate with translation, however it does increase access to the website for many individuals. Google Translate can be found at the top of each webpage.
Third Quarter CACFP Financial Report is due September 1, 202 (SO)
The third quarter CACFP Financial Report is due September 1, 2025. Instructions for submission of the report can be found under Guidance Memorandum #11. Contact Cari Ann Muggenburg at cari.muggenburg@dpi.wi.gov with any questions regarding this report.
Prospective Waivers for Non-Congregate Meal Service for CACFP (ALL)
CACFP operators to serve meals in a non-congregate setting when congregate meal service operations are limited due to natural disasters, unscheduled major building repairs, court orders relating to school safety or other issues, labor-management disputes, or, when approved by DPI for a similar unanticipated cause.
If your agency is experiencing any of the above situations, please reach out to us at cnt@dpi.wi.gov.
DPI Reorganization Announcement (ALL)
The Department of Public Instruction is currently undergoing a reorganization.
“Our mission is to deliver equitable, transformative, and sustainable educational experiences as we move forward.” – State Superintendent Jill Underly
As part of this transition, we want to reassure you that our staff remains fully committed to providing the same high level of service and support. The most noticeable change you’ll see is our updated name: we are transitioning from the Community Nutrition Team (CNT) to the Bureau of Community Nutrition.
Please note that our contact information has not changed — you can continue to reach out to us just as you have in the past.
Head Start Supplemental Funding Opportunity (HS)
Head Start programs have the opportunity to access one-time supplemental funds to support nutrition services and healthy eating for enrolled children and families. This funding can be used for staff training on resources and educational opportunities, and can only be used to cover costs not already currently covered by USDA funding
ICN: August 2025 Mealtime Memo Staying Hydrated in the Summer (ALL)
Summer is well underway! To prepare children for the heat, ensure drinking water is available and offer it throughout the day as they engage in outdoor playtime. This Mealtime Memo provides benefits of drinking water, recommendations for water intake, signs of dehydration, and drinks to avoid.
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