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USDA CACFP Policy Update

Hear from USDA Food and Nutrition Service staff as they present an overview of new and revised policy guidance for the Child and Adult Care Food Program and share a state-of-the-state update of the CACFP. The USDA Food and Nutrition Service works to end hunger and obesity through the administration of 15 federal nutrition assistance programs including the Child and Adult Care Food Program, which is crucial to ensuring children have access to nutritious foods and where healthy eating becomes a habit.

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USDA Summer Meals Program Policy Update

Hear from USDA Food and Nutrition Service staff as they present an overview of new and revised policy guidance for the Summer Food Service Program and share a state-of-the-state update of the SFSP. The USDA Food and Nutrition Service works to end hunger and obesity through the administration of 15 federal nutrition assistance programs including the Summer Food Service Program, which is crucial to ensuring year-round access to foods for children.

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Chefs for Kids & UNR Extension: Nutrition Education Through Community Partnerships

Chefs for Kids is on a mission to alleviate malnutrition and hunger in children through education and awareness. Through partnerships with nutrition educators, local chefs, and companies, this extension-led model delivers joyful, hands-on learning using the “Eating the Rainbow” approach, in- and out-of-school lessons, take-home produce, and kid-friendly recipes that build healthy habits and strong community connections.

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From Backpacks to DoorDash: Feeding Kids Where They Are

Get a behind-the-scenes look at how Three Square Food Bank in Las Vegas powers a diverse set of childhood nutrition programs across Southern Nevada. Explore program models, partnerships and operations, along with real-world insights, successes and challenges that can strengthen the work of other organizations.

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Nourishing the Nourisher: Self-Care for Child Nutrition Professionals

You dedicate your energy and expertise to improving the health and well-being of children every day. Whether you’re working in school cafeterias, child care centers or community nutrition programs, the demands of your role can be emotionally and physically taxing. How do you continue to give your best while taking care of yourself? Discover strategies to recharge, reduce stress and maintain balance.

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AI for CACFP: Smarter Tools for Stronger Progrrams

Rules and regulations are always evolving, so how do you keep up? Learn how AI can help you save time, boost impact and stay ahead of shifting CACFP policies. From menu optimization to regulatory research, internal operations and employee support, get practical tools and ideas you can put to work immediately.

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