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CEU 8

Summer Meals Summit presented December, 5 2024

1 hour credited CEUs

Learn best practices and common pitfalls from community members experienced in providing summer meals. Listen to insights, challenges, and strategies to help you succeed in launching or improving your program participation. Bring questions and walk away with practical advice and the information you need to make the most of your summer meal program.  

Presented by:

Panelist: Brendia Moses, CMP, CCNP, KCEOC Community Action Partnership

Jocelyn Moss, MA, CMP, CCNP, YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh

Jennifer Perry, The Open Door

Moderator: Alexia Thex, MEd, National CACFP Sponsors Association

$25 - Register Here

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