What We Do: The Mission and Impact of the Institute of Child Nutrition #ICNSpire #ChildNutrition #TheICN youtube.com/watch?v=BHSVT7…

All children 18 and under are eligible to participate in summer meals sites. No proof of income or registration is required to participate. Just show up! 🍓🍉 Find a free summer meals site near you >>> bit.ly/42V79Ho

Are you a #futureRDN interested in attending #FNCE? 🙋‍♀️ 📆 Apply to be a student host by August 15! In return for two 2-hour shifts, Student Hosts will be randomly selected to receive a reduced registration rate of $50: sm.eatright.org/FNCEhost #eatrightPRO #rd2be

School meals will remain free for all students in the 25-26 school year through the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP). All students enrolled in STPPS can receive breakfast & lunch at no cost, with no application required. Learn more at: stpsb.org/foodservices.

Children under school age who go to NSLP schools may qualify for SUN Bucks if they get free or reduced-price meals. Visit sunbucks.la.gov for more information.

Get twice as much for your SNAP dollars GreauxtheGoodLA's participating farmers markets. Find a Greaux the Good partner near you at dcfs.la/gg #lagov #lalege

NEW VILT TOPICS ARE NOW OPEN! Join us for interactive training to enhance your skills and support #ChildNutrition programs. Don't miss out - Sign up today! bit.ly/3ZziSLE #ICNVILT #ChildNutritionTraining #SchoolNutritionTraining #CACFPTraining #VILT

There are a lot of food and nutrition tools out there — but which ones are reliable and evidence-based? 🤔 Three free options are @MyPlate, Dietary Guidelines for Americans and food labels! 🍽️ #eatright sm.eatright.org/aboutDGA

📢 Some rural communities offer meals for pick up to eligible children at no cost during the summer. See where they’re available through USDA’s Summer Meals Site Finder: fns.usda.gov/summer/sunmeals #MAHA #SummerMeals

This past week we had the wonderful opportunity to see Bossier_Schools and their rural non-congregate meal service in action! Bossier serves 7-day shelf-stable meal boxes across 4 sites in the area. 🥪

We are so excited to share stories from our grantees and partners over the next few months about how #summermeals are making an impact in their communities! bit.ly/3GwS9s0

Think you're too busy to enjoy a nutritious breakfast every morning? 😬 There are plenty of ways to prepare a quick, delicious meal! 🥣 Check out a few ideas. #eatright #NationalBlueberryDay sm.eatright.org/powerupbfst

🎧 New on #TheMixUp Podcast! From upgrading food quality to growing scratch and speed-scratch cooking, Brittney Rodriquez shares how her team is using strong systems and leadership to modernize their meal program. 🎙️ Listen now: theicn.org/the-mix-up-pod… #CICN

"Children are viewing information on screens more than ever. Through cellphones, social media, games, and television, children are bombarded with images and messages about food virtually. Often unhealthy food." Dr. Amanda Staiano, Director of the Pediatric Obesity and Health

🚨 Big news from #Mars! Starting in 2026, M&M’s, Skittles & Starburst will begin transitioning to natural colours, but not all products are making the switch. foodnavigator.com/Article/2025/0…

🏃‍♂️ Research shows that parents have significant potential to influence their child’s nutrition and lifestyle choices. 🥦 🚴‍♀️ Use these tips to be a positive role model and help your kids develop healthy habits! 🍅 #eatright #kidseatright sm.eatright.org/hlthfamaffair

📢 Don’t miss out! There are still spots open for all the hot topics in our CICN Face-to-Face Trainings. 👉 Click here: theicn.org/cicn/cicn-trai… #CICN #SchoolNutrition #ProfessionalDevelopment #ChildNutrition #CACFP #ICNTraining #CICNTraining

Our first #LouisianaTrayoftheWeek of the year is a Low Country Boil. This tray was served at East Feliciana Public Schools on August 11th. This tray is an excellent example of the quality meals offered by School Nutrition Professionals across #Louisiana! LDOE

Check out this adorable video featuring staff and students at East Feliciana Public Schools in Clinton, LA, sharing their excitement over the new coffee station! ☕️ instagram.com/reel/DNQ1ROSRP…

It's Monday, y'all--time for some red beans and rice. The custom of enjoying this comforting dish in #Louisiana at the beginning of the week has deep roots that date back generations. Bean Institute SchoolLunch @northharvestbean louisianafitkids.com/Home/TrayOfThe…