2026 Research & Resources

How can programs truly meet students’ needs? FoodCorps’ approach reflects those needs by building trusting relationships and creating meals that feel like home. Learn how practical strategies like taste tests, advisory groups and real-time feedback boost engagement. Centering student voice strengthens trust, increases participation and supports lasting success in school nutrition programs.

How can State agencies move the needle on CACFP participation? Hear proven strategies that Maryland has implemented to improve communication with CACFP agencies and expand participation. Examine sustainable systems that support long-term growth and promote nutrition equity, plus practical ways to relay updates, training and guidance via multi-channel methods.

Traditional early childhood assessments often depend on parent and teacher observations. This validated tool assesses nutrition and food systems knowledge, attitudes around food neophobia and behaviors directly from student responses. Developed alongside the garden-based curriculum I Am a Seed, which includes social-emotional regulation, it adapts easily to diverse cultures and nutrition goals.

Just like family dinners or a trip to the supermarket; digital media is a part of our everyday lives, and we find ourselves asking more questions about how to use this technology. There are always new opportunities to use digital media in healthy, balanced ways as you connect, play, learn and relax. Join your friends at Sesame Street to explore ways to help children build healthy media habits.

Results from Ohio Early Care and Education Provider and Producer Assessments helped shape a statewide Farm to ECE Awareness Campaign. The campaign connects child care providers with local producers to increase access to local foods meeting CACFP meal requirements. Learn key findings, campaign strategies, and review sample resources like menus and outreach tools.