2024 Program Admin
Serious Deficiency Process: Current and Proposed Requirements
On February 21, 2024, USDA published a proposed rule in the Federal Register, 89 FR 13510, titled Serious Deficiency Process in the Child and Adult Care Food Program and the Summer Food Service Program. Get an overview of the proposed rule with a side-by-side comparison of current requirements and proposed requirements.Â
Read MoreServing Traditional Indigenous Foods
The USDA Indigenous Food Sovereignty Initiative promotes traditional food ways, Indian Country food and agriculture markets, and Indigenous health through foods tailored to American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) dietary needs. Learn how to credit these foods in the CACFP and SFSP and incorporate them into your menu planning.
Read MoreSerious Deficiency Process
Are you in a quandary about the SD process? Get an overview of the serious deficiency process, hear about the most common errors in responding to serious deficiencies, and better understand the elements of the appeals process and role of the hearing official.
Read MoreOversight and Monitoring of the CACFP
Program monitoring is essential for ensuring that the federally funded child nutrition programs meet the requirements set forth in regulations, are operated with integrity, and provide nutritious meals and snacks to those who participate in the programs. Learn what is required federally from sponsoring organizations to fulfill this responsibility.
Read MoreServing School Meals to Preschoolers
Sometimes, schools must serve meals to a variety of grades at the same time. This is usually due to operational constraints, such as time and space. While this is allowed, there are good reasons to avoid co-mingled meal service. Learn the differences between preschool and K-5 meal patterns and get ideas on how to avoid co-mingled meal service.
Read MoreCompliance with Confidence: Sponsor Monitoring and Oversight
Efficient program monitoring and oversight are essential in the CACFP and for ensuring the success of your organization. Discover best practices and opportunities of how to conduct reviews that not only meet program requirements, but also support and lift up the child care provider. Expand your understanding of effective oversight and ensure program compliance with confidence.Â
Read MoreNavigating Home Monitoring Situations
Ever faced an empty home or had the police show up unexpectedly during a monitoring visit? Do you know how to handle these situations? Test your skills in our interactive game and explore the unique challenges that monitors can face. Review the USDA monitoring regulations to enhance your skills to ensure seamless and successful visits.
Read MoreSuccessful State Agency Compliance Reviews
Are you a new State Agency compliance monitor for CACFP, or an experienced monitor looking to brush up on your review planning techniques? Explore effective monitoring techniques you can use in the field.
Read MoreThe Kitchen Sink: Food Preparation, Safety and Efficiency
Dive into the world of food preparation and food safety for child care and the CACFP. Discover effective portioning techniques to reduce wastes and costs, while optimizing inventory. Learn best practices to ensure children’s well-being, make informed food choices, and efficiently manage resources.
Read MoreCACFP in Emergency Shelters
Do you know the ins and outs of implementing and managing the CACFP in an emergency shelter? Learn best practices for successful monitoring, documentation, and menu planning. Hear about preferred meal choices and patterns at CACFP sites using data collected from our 2023 Meal Guest Survey.Â
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