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August 24, 2021 eNews

Do you want to know more about meal patterns, afterschool meals or Head Start? Keep reading for more information on our Coffee & Conversation panels at the 2021 CACFP Virtual Summit. We also have a new worksheet from the USDA and a free activity page for National Thoughtful Day for you.

Roasted Potato and Turkey Hash

Start the day off with a hearty breakfast packed with flavor. One serving provides 1/2 cup vegetable and 1 oz equivalent meat - just add milk for a #CACFPCreditable meal.



Update: Emergency Relief Funds

USDA Food and Nutrition Service has released further instructions and administrative procedures for participation in the Child Nutrition Emergency Operational Costs Reimbursement Programs.



Offering Water in the CACFP

Get tips on how to properly offer water to participants in the CACFP with the USDA's new worksheet.



Ask Us Anything at the 2021 CACFP Virtual Summit

Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday will start off with a Coffee & Conversation session, where you are invited to ask our panelists anything about the day's topic. Tuesday will focus on CACFP for Head Start, Wednesday is all about afterschool meals, and we'll wrap things up with a meal pattern discussion on Thursday.



CACFP Professionals Shoutout 

Improve the quality of the food program and the wellness of children and families in your care by obtaining your CACFP Professional Certification like Cathy Lipski and Genithia Geiger. 

Are you looking to showcase your knowledge and experience as a child nutrition professional?


Buyer's Guide

Get resources from child nutrition community organizations, find easy-to-order food and supplies, and learn about companies who can provide solutions to your CACFP & SFSP operations.



Now Accepting Presentation Proposals

We invite you to share your story, expertise, experience and passion with our attendees at the 2022 National Child Nutrition Conference. Submit your presentation proposal for a workshop, shop talk or training academy session by September 1, 2021.



CACFP Administrative Budgets

Check out this webinar in our Learning Center to learn tips and best practices on the preparation of an acceptable administrative budget.



What's New on cacfp.org?

Tracking your Continuing Education Units is a breeze with our new info hub. When you create an account in order to watch our Learning Center webinars, you can track the courses that you have taken, see how many hours you have earned, and print out your personalized certificates of attendance.



National Thoughtful Day

August 28 is National Thoughtful Day, which celebrates goodwill and generosity. Whether it's helping out around the house or holding the door open with a smile, there are plenty of ways to be thoughtful. Download this free activity page to find some thoughtful words.



Featured Member Resource

NCA members have access to a variety of exclusive activity pages and craft templates. Become a member to download, print and share the "Shape Copters" construction paper craft.


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