National Quesadilla Day

Celebrate National Quesadilla Day on September 25 with USDA's Quick Quesadilla recipe. Not only is it quick to whip up, but these quesadillas are packed with nutrients from spinach and kidney beans.

Get the Recipe in English & Spanish for 6, 25 or 50 Servings

Hispanic Heritage Month with USDA

The USDA's theme for Hispanic Heritage Month is "Unidos: Inclusivity for a Stronger Nation." If you're in need of Spanish language resources, check out this page from USDA's SNAP-Ed that includes materials on nutrition and healthy eating, food groups, food safety, physical activity and recipes.

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Resources for Autumn Fun

The changing of the season is an exciting time for children to learn more about the natural world as well as anticipate another season of cultural, religious and family traditions. Here are our top recommendations for ways to celebrate autumn at your CACFP site, from fall-themed recipes to autumn books and crafts.

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Industry Partner Spotlight

Whitsons Culinary Group offers USDA-Inspected, FDA and SQF Certified global food safety compliant CACFP and NSLP Breakfast, Lunch, Snack and Dinner Meals delivered or prepared on site. Whitsons uses natural, less processed, clean, and local ingredients in meals served to students. Whitsons' more than 43 years of experience in School Food Service Production and Management has enabled clients to achieve the highest standards for Food Quality, Customer Service and Financial Performance. Join the journey now to healthier lives through better food!

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CACFP Professionals Spotlight

Demonstrate your commitment to your career in the CACFP by earning a professional certification like Melanie Bolden and Wendy Qi. You may already meet the requirements for certification!

Benefits of Membership: CACFP Calendar & Nutrition Training Program

Did you know that every NCA member can opt in to receive a free copy of the CACFP Nutrition Calendar & Training Program each year? It's just one of many benefits that comes with membership! We're going to be hosting a webinar on Wednesday, October 5, that will give you an overview of this must-have member resource. 

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Feedback Needed

Early child care providers are needed to respond to survey on how you use technology in the ECE setting. Deadline: October 4, 2022. Respondents who complete the survey will have a chance to win $100 prizes. 

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Facebook Trending

Join the #NationalCACFP community on Facebook for crafts, snacks and other clever ideas shared daily. Get a dose of what's in the news, policy changes and CACFP-specific issues. Resources, printables, partner resources and more!

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Happy Autumn Activity Page

The autumnal equinox is this Thursday, September 22, which means that the Fall season has begun! Download our free activity page to get seasonal crafts, activities and recipes.

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Featured Member Resource

We just uploaded a new sample cycle menu for our NCA members for the start of Autumn! Download the Harvest Cycle menu for four weeks' worth of menu planning ideas. And what's even better, everybody can view the harvest menu recipes on our Recipes & Menus page!

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