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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Partner Organizations and Networking | Best Practices

School Meals That Rock

Facebook page with a wealth of new and emerging school meal trends and information, as well as pictures and stories from around the nation.

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Rise & Shine Illinois

A partnership between Share Our Strength and several Illinois hunger-relief organizations to increase utilization of the National School Breakfast Program.

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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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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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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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Illinois State Board of Education Nutrition Department

State agency administering the Child Nutrition Programs for Illinois. Access their website for child nutrition information, state and federal program updates, training resources, and contact information.

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Illinois School Nutrition Association (ILSNA)

Illinois chapter of the School Nutrition Association – professional development, credentialing, networking, and school nutrition news.

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Illinois Hunger Coalition

Statewide organization working to end hunger in communities and schools in Illinois.

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FoodService Director Magazine

Follow the latest industry trends and learn about who’s shaping the non-commercial foodservice industry, including schools.

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Alliance for a Healthier Generation

Alliance for a Healthier Generation is focused on reducing childhood obesity and empowering kids to develop lifelong, healthy habits both in and outside of school.

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