Posts Tagged ‘cacfp’
Win Registration to #NCNC24!
Join us in Orlando from April 22-26, 2024, for five days of training, networking and fun!
This year, we’re holding a sweepstakes to attend the conference. Two lucky winners will be selected at random to receive our Grand Prize and Runner-Up Prize.
Modernizing the CACFP to Expand Access with Off-Site Monitoring
To ensure the integrity of the CACFP, participating programs must be monitored. Historically, monitoring visits have been conducted on-site, with monitors traveling to each child care program to observe meal service and review records. This process results in increased time and costs for monitoring organizations. Learn how off-site monitoring could benefit and modernize the CACFP.
Read MoreMeal Pattern Minute: Honey Graham Crackers
It is recommended to not serve honey to infants under 1 year old – does that also apply to honey graham crackers?
Read MoreNCA 2023 Advocacy Update
Our team here at the National CACFP Sponsors Association is continuously looking for ways to support and advocate for you! This year, we’ve really ramped up our policy and advocacy work in an effort to expand and improve the CACFP.
Read MoreStaff and Workplace Wellness
In a month known for monsters and candy, the best trick is treating your employees to better health and wellness. Employee wellness opportunities can help staff feel better, live healthier, and be more present for the children in your program. Healthy adults model healthy living for children
Read MoreOctober is Head Start Awareness Month
Head Start Awareness Month is the perfect time to promote what Head Start programs do, who they serve, and how they help communities nationwide.
Read MoreOctober Snack Attack
Try out these #CACFPCreditable snack combinations when you’re planning your next grocery trip.
Cornbread and fruit salad
Mozzarella and zucchini
Oatmeal and plums
Celery and nectarines
Shredded chicken and cranberries
National CACFP Sponsors Association Announces New and Re-Elected Board of Director Members
NCA has announced elected and appointed members to the Board of Directors, who will begin their terms on October 1, 2023.
Read MoreMeal Pattern Minute: Pumpkin Pie
Can pumpkin pie fit into the meal pattern? You might be surprised to learn the answer!
Read MoreChild Care Nutrition Enhancement Act
Today, September 19, the Child Care Nutrition Enhancement Act was introduced in the House of Representatives by Congressman Greg Landsman and Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici to permanently:
• Increase reimbursement rates by 10 cent for each meal and snack
• Eliminate the tiering of family day care homes
• Allow family day care home providers to claim their own children’s meals for reimbursement