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CACFP Menus Total 45 Weeks

We recently added 15 new age-appropriate, USDA-compliant menu weeks for preK and adult CACFP providers.

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Adena Local Schools

The winner of our May giveaway for a free one-year subscription to NutriStudents K-12 is the Adena Local School District in Frankfort, Ohio.

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Don't be a stranger!

To be sure to get the news you need, please provide us with your summer contact information. When you do, you will automatically be entered to win one year free.

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The NSLP is 75!

In honor of the National School Lunch Program’s 75th anniversary on June 4, we explore its past.

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Bringing You SN’s Tech on Deck

In recent School Nutrition Magazine editorial supplement: “Tech on Deck,” sponsored by NutriStudents K-12*, clients give us high praise.

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Our Team Continues to Grow

Our professional team continues to expand with the hiring of Linnea Redinger, our first director of marketing.

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Risk-Free Pricing for COVID Recovery

To help districts recover from COVID, we’re offering an affordable month-by-month subscription with a money-back guarantee.

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Plan for 21-22 Now!

Planning 21/22 school lunch menus is simple with NutriStudents K-12. Do it today to save time and stress at the beginning of the year.

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Upsala Director is Foodservice Hero

Alice Westrich, head cook and co-food director at the Upsala school district in Minnesota, has been chosen a NutriStudents K-12 Foodservice Hero!

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CDC Offers Food Allergies Toolkit

Food allergies are on the rise. CDC resources and the NutriStudents K-12 allergen-free menu can help.

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NutriStudents K-12 Qualifies for CARES/Stimulus Funds

Tap into stimulus/CARES Act funding to subscribe to NutriStudents K-12 today and realize ROI this year and next.

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Celebrating You on #SLHD

Friday, May 7 is School Lunch Hero Day. Nominate a team member who is a hero among heroes for recognition from NutriStudents K-12.

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Start here to plan summer meals

Here are tips, tools and resources to help you offer summer meals during this time of heightened hunger needs in your community.

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Are Universal Meals the Future?

Hunger advocacy organizations, the School Nutrition Association (SNA) and others lobby for free school meals for all kids.

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5 New Menu Weeks Shuffle the Deck

We’ve added 5 new menu weeks comprised of student favorites and a few new entrees upon special request.

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Use 20/21 budget for long-term benefits

Have a budget surplus this year? Subscribe to NutriStudents K-12 now to be able to do more with less in 2021/22. Tap into our library of student-approved, USDA-compliant menu weeks; time-saving tools; and stand-by professional support.

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Take the Guesswork Out of Commodities

Do you dread commodities’ season? Do you pull your hair out guessing how much of which commodities you’ll use next year? STOP. There is an easier way.

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First year FSDs gain peace of mind

When replacing retiring or departing foodservice directors, many districts have helped new FSDs succeed by subscribing to NutriStudents K-12. The plug-and-play, comprehensive system provides professional support and a safety net ensuring compliance, efficiency and budget integrity.

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CACFP Week raises awareness of critical meal program

CACFP Week, March 15-20, 2021, is a time to raise awareness for the CACFP and its role in combating hunger, educate kids and parents about the program, and teach kids about healthy eating.

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Break even with 5 add'l meals a day

In a normal school year, clients report participation increases of 10% or more after starting with NutriStudents K-12. Just five additional meals a day is all that’s needed to cover the cost of a monthly subscription.

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7 School Nutrition Trends for 2021

Several trends have emerged from the COVID-19 era that will shape school nutrition programs in 2021 and beyond.

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Grocery Menus Simplify SFSP service

Grocery menus meet USDA guidelines for the SFSP and simplify distance-learning school meals.

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Celebrating breakfast during a pandemic

National School Breakfast Week (March 8-12) might look differently this year but it's still worth celebrating.

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3 Free Menu Days for NSLP/SSO, SFSP

We've made available 3 free menu days for NSLP/SSO and SFSP to help mix up your menus.

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Convincing parents to take school meals

Our latest issue of Cafeteria Connection helps parents understand free school meals are for all families and help both your school and busy parents.

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Build compliant breakfast menus in minutes

Our Breakfast Menu Builder helps busy FSDs build an entire year of SBP menus in minutes. Literally!

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Congrats, Joyce Swenson!

Congratulations to our friend, Joyce Swenson, on your retirement.

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Fill the Holiday-Meal Gap

Meet students’ nutritional needs and boost your bottom line with holiday meals.

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Get a customized pictorial menu

Attract interest in your school meals with a customized pictorial calendar menu created by NutriStudents K-12.

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Happy Holidays from NutriStudents K-12

Sending gratitude and heartfelt thanks this holiday season and always.

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New Cafeteria Connection: Safely Store, Prepare Distance Learning Meals

FREE SUBSCRIPTION: The latest issue of Cafeteria Connection helps ensure meals consumed at home are stored and heated properly.

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Happy Thanksgiving!

We are grateful for you!

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Holiday Meal is Special Treat

Offer your students our holiday menu day as a special treat during these uncertain times.

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New Cafeteria Connection: School Meal Safety

FREE SUBSCRIPTION: The latest issue of Cafeteria Connection helps parents understand school meals are safe.

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BTS Guide Helps In Shift to Distance Learning

Need help shifting to hybrid or distance learning? Download our free Back-to-School Guide – it’s not just for back-to-school!

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Resources to support your marketing

Schools' cries for help are being heard. Here are several "grab & go" marketing tools to #SupportSchoolMeals.

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