Celebrating 60 Years of Head Start

The Head Start program celebrated its 60th anniversary this past Sunday, May 18. Join us in celebrating this milestone with the Head Start community! This month, we're also spotlighting Acelero Learning Monmouth Middlesex, which sponsors eight Head Start centers that serve meals to over 800 children through the CACFP.

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Snack Attack

Try out these #CACFPCreditable snack combinations when you plan your next grocery trip.

Cantaloupe and cucumber

Soft pretzel and honeydew melon

Cornbread and blueberries

Potato salad and 100% grape juice

Oatmeal and raspberries

Ask a Nutritionist: Creditable or Not?

Determining which foods are creditable in the CACFP can sometimes feel like a guessing game. Join our nutrition education specialists, Isabel Ramos-Lebron and Melinda Nguyen, on May 28 to answer questions about what is and isn't creditable and learn the reasoning behind each guideline. This event is free for NCA members and $12 for non-members. Not a member? Join today.

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Do You Want to Present at NCNC26?

We're celebrating the 40th anniversary of the National Child Nutrition Conference in 2026! Would you like to be a part of the celebration while showcasing your expertise? Join us on June 6 to discover how to submit a winning workshop proposal to our premier event of the year!

· Learn How to Be a Presenter

More Upcoming Virtual Events

· Annual CACFP Training FY25 (May 22)

· Free Webinar: An Egg-cellent Adventure: Eggs in the CACFP (June 3)

· CACFP Meal Pattern Boot Camp (June 12)

· Power Score: Leadership Driven Team Performance (June 17)

Fun Freebies

· Download Motivation Moment Poster

· Free Memorial Day Activity Page: Military Community Helper

Industry Partner Spotlight

McLane Hunger Solutions supports food banks and hunger relief agencies nationwide by offering high-quality, nutritious food at the lowest possible cost. McLane provides various solutions, including customizable backpacks, school breakfast kits, USDA-reimbursable SFSP and CACFP menu options, and meal kits for congregate and non-congregate feeding. With 100+ years of experience in food distribution, McLane maximizes efficiency for hunger relief organizations, stretching funds further.