Meal Pattern Training for School Nutrition Programs--Related Resources

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Meal Pattern Training for School Nutrition Programs

Related Resources

Crediting Guidance | Meal Patterns | Menu Planning | Program Guidance | Resource Lists

Crediting Guidance

Crediting Documentation for the Child Nutrition Programs (CSDE webpage)
Crediting Foods in School Nutrition Programs (CSDE webpage)

Meal Patterns

Meal Patterns for Grades K-12 in School Nutrition Programs (CSDE webpage)
Upcoming Meal Pattern Changes: Final rule, Child Nutrition Programs: Meal Patterns Consistent With the 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans

Menu Planning

Basics at a Glance Portion Control Poster (Institute of Child Nutrition)
Crediting Foods in School Nutrition Programs (CSDE webpage)
Food Buying Guide for Child Nutrition Programs (USDA webpage)
Menu Planning for Child Nutrition Programs (CSDE webpage)
Menu Planning Guidance for School Meals for Grades K-12 (CSDE)
Offer versus Serve for School Nutrition Programs (CSDE webpage)

Program Guidance

Forms for School Nutrition Programs (CSDE webpage)
Operational Memoranda for School Nutrition Programs (CSDE webpage)
Professional Standards for School Nutrition Professionals Training Database USDA webpage)
Program Guidance for School Nutrition Programs (CSDE webpage)
School Lunch Tray and Table Talk (CSDE webpage)