Chic' Penne

June 4 is National Cheese Day. Try out this delicious, cheesy recipe from the USDA's Recipes for Healthy Kids Cookbook. This Chic' Penne pasta was a first-place winner and is sure to be a hit. One serving provides 1 oz eq meat/meat alternate, 1/8 cup vegetable and 1 3/4 oz eq whole grains.

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Happy Birthday MyPlate!

On June 2nd, MyPlate will celebrate its 11th birthday. You can join in the celebration by participating in a variety of activities. Celebrate Thursday, all of June or all summer.

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SFSP Do's and Don'ts

As we move into the summer months, here's a handy resource that can help you if you plan to administer the Summer Food Service Program. 

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More on Gardening at Your Site 

We previously shared tips on how to plan out a garden at a CACFP site in the first installment of our multi-part gardening series. Now it's time to dive into how to plant seeds and transplants. Find out what steps you can take early in your plants' lives to help your garden thrive.

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CACFP Professionals Spotlight

We know that you're doing some amazing things through your work, like Laverne Cheeseboro and Angie Hughes. By pursuing your CACFP Professional certification, you can help ensure that you're staying up-to-date and offering the best service to your families.

Cheese Activity Page

Work on fine motor skills with this free activity page. Kids and adults alike can trace the outline of the cheese before coloring it in. 

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Featured Member Resource

Do you say cheese when you take a photo? This members-only activity page encourages healthy dental habits and promotes brushing teeth regularly. Become an NCA member today to access this and many other exclusive resources.

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Orders Due in June

Have you placed your order for the 2023 Training Program & Nutrition Calendar? Bulk orders are open through June 22, 2022. Purchase them for your providers, or send copies home to your childrens' parents. If you're looking for just one calendar, NCA members receive a free copy for the year, so remember to renew your membership or join for the first time when October rolls around.

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