Resources

Our downloadable resources include cycle menu examples, recipes, cafeteria signage, and other tools to give your program a boost. We’ve also compiled links to partner sites with information on best practices for a variety of child nutrition topics.

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Institute of Child Nutrition

Child nutrition research institute that provides a wide selection of training resources and online courses for child nutrition programs.

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Recipes and Sample Menus

Iowa Gold Star Recipes

Breakfast and lunch cycle menus and recipes for grades K-8. (Source: Iowa Department of Education)

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Marketing and Cafeteria Signage

Media Release Guide

Media release examples and templates that can be adapted or used for inspiration when writing your own.

Updated 01/29/2021

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Recipes and Sample Menus

Menus that Move (Seasonal Cycle Menus)

Five weekly menus with accompanying recipes for each season, including nutrient analysis and certification worksheets. (Source: Ohio Department of Education)

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Partner Organizations and Networking

Midwest Dairy Council

Nutrition education division of the Midwest Dairy Association. The Council is dedicated to dairy nutrition research and education and committed to child health and wellness through their collaborative program, Fuel Up to Play 60.

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Marketing and Cafeteria Signage

Month-by-Month Observances

A month-by-month list of observances that have the potential for being tied into the school nutrition program.

Updated 01/28/2021

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Partner Organizations and Networking

No Kid Hungry Illinois

A partnership between Share Our Strength and Greater Chicago Food Depository to end childhood hunger in Illinois by focusing on increasing participation in School Breakfast, Summer Meals and At-Risk After-School Programs.

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Partner Organizations and Networking

Pilot Light

Pilot Light is a non-profit organization (based in Chicago) that works with teachers and families to bring food education into classrooms and homes. Resources include lesson plans, videos, recipes, and more at no cost.

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