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May 11, 2021 eNews

Using the Nutrition Facts Label in the CACFP

Understand what you're feeding the children and adults in your care with this worksheet from USDA Team Nutrition. Using the nutrition facts label is a quick way to ensure that you're serving the right amount of nutritious, healthy foods.



Imagination Station Motivation Moments

Let your imagination loose with the 2022 Training Program and Nutrition Calendar! Each month highlights CACFP meal patterns, best practices and snack suggestions, and much more. Download, print and share the motivation moments, with each month centered around a different theme that kids are sure to love!



Food Purchasing Before and After COVID-19

If you are a CACFP Sponsor or Provider, take a moment to help us gather information on food purchasing practices before and during Covid-19. You must be currently participating in CACFP and also be directly responsible or knowledgeable about purchasing to be eligible to respond. Eligible respondents will have a chance to register to win one of several $100 Amazon electronic gift cards. The deadline to complete the survey is 6 pm EDT on Friday, May 14, 2021.



CACFP Professionals Shoutout

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



Creative Online Learning Strategies to Engage Providers

If you're looking for more Continuing Education, be sure to visit our Learning Center. With more than 75 hours of CEUs to choose from, our extensive library of webinars has something for everybody! Stay up-to-date with the latest USDA webinars, such as the Trainers' Circle series to empower program operators.



Featured Member Resource

NCA members have access to a wide variety of activity pages, including many coloring pages. Make learning about healthy habits fun and become a member today to download, print and share these resources for free.



Macaroni and Cheese

Serve up this classic favorite with a surprise twist. This macaroni and cheese recipe from USDA Team Nutrition features a cauliflower mash for some added nutrients. One serving provides 1 oz equivalent of meat alternate and 1 oz equivalent of grains.



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.


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