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.

Partner Organizations and Networking

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.

Illinois School Nutrition Association (ILSNA)

Partner Organizations and Networking

Illinois School Nutrition Association (ILSNA)

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

Illinois Hunger Coalition

Partner Organizations and Networking

Illinois Hunger Coalition

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

FoodService Director Magazine

Partner Organizations and Networking

FoodService Director Magazine

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

Food Management Magazine

Partner Organizations and Networking

Food Management Magazine

Subscribe to FM Magazine to stay up-to-date on the latest news and innovation in K-12 schools.

Alliance for a Healthier Generation

Partner Organizations and Networking

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.

Action for Healthy Kids

Partner Organizations and Networking

Action for Healthy Kids

Action for Healthy Kids helps kids thrive by bringing families and schools together to ensure students have access to safe places to play and be active, nutritious foods, and healthy, supportive experiences.

Healthier Kansas Menus & Recipes

Recipes and Sample Menus

Healthier Kansas Menus & Recipes

School-tested menus and recipes for breakfast (6 week cycle) and lunch (8 week cycle). (Source: Kansas State Department of Education)

Iowa Gold Star Recipes

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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