April 10-14, 2023
San Diego, California
CACFP · Afterschool Meals · Summer Food
Shop Talks
Throughout the conference, join these small group conversations to share stories, learn from each other and connect with professionals who are facing the same challenges and opportunities you encounter.
Bento Box Meals for Children in the Summer Food Service Program
Bento boxes are a great addition to your traditional lunch or field trip service. Come share your ideas for incorporating meal components focusing on nutrition, variety and visual appeal.
Michelle Baldwin, FLIPANY
Coaching Techniques for the Family Child Care Home Monitors
Share successful coaching techniques that have set your providers up for success and helped you complete a successful review. ~ CEU Specialty 3
Brittany Uribe, National CACFP Sponsors Association
Family-Style Meal Service Best Practices in the CACFP
What are some challenges and/or successes you have experienced with implementing family style meal service in the CACFP in California? Let’s share and discuss solutions! ~ CEU Specialty 2
Stephanie Salazar, RD, California Department of Social Services
Farm to CACFP
CACFP is leading the way in fresh foods for our programs at CDSS. Come share ideas of how to expand Farm to CACFP in California. ~ CEU Specialty 1
Madison Fellenz, MPH, California Department of Social Services
Financial Backups for Fiscal Audits
Are your backup expense files organized and ready to go? Share tips that make audits and reviews successful. ~ CEU Specialty 5
Alix Pasillas, CMP, CCNP, Food for Kids
Food Banks in the CACFP
Are you currently working in CACFP at a food bank? Let’s share how menu planning can look different. ~ CEU Specialty 2
Isabel Ramos-Lebron, MS, RDN, LD, National CACFP Sponsors Association
Fundraising Brainstorm
Need new fundraising ideas? Have ideas to share? Join us for an exchange on great ways to bring in money. ~ CEU Specialty 6
Alexia Thex, MEd, National CACFP Sponsors Association
Great Launch: Tips for Implementing Nutrition Programs at Charter Schools
Discuss ways to overcome the hurdles of starting a School Nutrition Program in a charter school. ~ CEU Specialty 4
Arnisha Jordan, Legacy Prep Charter School
Managing Remote Teams
Working from home is now a thing. Let’s share ideas on how to manage teams that work remotely to ensure collaboration and community also continue. ~ CEU Specialty 6
Lisa Mack, National CACFP Sponsors Association
Meaningful Networking
Let’s discuss how to come together in-person for a meaningful conference experience. Share your ideas for successful networking. ~ CEU Specialty 6
Melissa Wilder, MPH, RD, LD, National CACFP Sponsors Association
Nutrition Calendar Training Program
Swap stories about how to take advantage of all the elements that make up this highly-acclaimed program. ~ CEU Specialty 3
Jennifer Basey, MEd, National CACFP Sponsors Association
Procurement Support
Procurement has specific guidelines in the CACFP for organizations that operate in California. We’ll share clarifying information. ~ CEU Specialty 5
Natalia Calderon, California Department of Social Services
Sean Hardin, California Department of Social Services
Promoting Equity in the CACFP
Let’s talk how California has made this a priority. We’ll share what we’re doing in this space. ~ CEU Specialty 7
Jessie Rosales, California Department of Social Services
Jessica Dailey-Keithline, California Department of Social Services
Promoting Yourself
Looking for ways to climb the ladder in your organization without appearing to blow your own horn? We’ll talk about ways you can help make that happen. ~ CEU Specialty 6
Lisa Mack, National CACFP Sponsors Association
Secrets to Successful Virtual Events
More meetings and events are moving to a virtual platform. Exchange your best tips and tricks for running a smooth virtual event from start to finish.
Brittany Uribe, National CACFP Sponsors Association
Social Media Channels: Connecting with Your Audience
Be more social on social media. Exchange ideas on how to interact with your followers so you can get more organic likes, follows and shares. ~ CEU Specialty 3
Chloe Smith, MS, National CACFP Sponsors Association
Virtual Partnership: How to Foster Relationships in a Digital World
Share tips on how to foster partnerships and stay connected in the digital world with tools like video-calls, LinkedIn and email to create meaningful connections without face-to-face conversations. ~ CEU Specialty 6
Melissa Wilder, MPH, RD, LD, National CACFP Sponsors Association
Thank you to our...
Partners
Sponsors
Exhibitors
SILVER LEVEL
BRONZE LEVEL
NONPROFIT LEVEL
American Academy of Pediatrics Bright Futures National Center
California Dried Fruit Coalition (CDFC)
Carolina Global Breastfeeding Institute (CGBI)
Dairy Council of CA/Let's Eat Healthy
No Kid Hungry Campaign by Share Our Strength (SOS)
Pacific Northwest Canned Pears