The links in this category include tools, templates, and ideas for school nutrition operators to market and promote their programs.
NSLP and Taste Testing
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AFHK: Tips for Hosting a Successful Taste Test | Think about the long-term impact of your taste tests, and focus on foods you can add to your regular cafeteria offerings. |
Creating a Taste-Testing Event | A resource on how to create taste-testing events for schools. |
Graphics for School Menus | Jazz up your elementary school menus and encourage healthy choices with these free downloadable graphics from USDA Team Nutrition. |
MyPlate Guide To School Lunch | This infographic highlights how school lunch helps kids get the nutrition they need to learn, grow, and be healthy. |
MyPlate Guide to School Lunch Infographic | The MyPlate Guide to School Lunch infographic illustrates the breakdown of a well-balanced school lunch. |
Reimagining School Cafeterias Report | FoodCorps in partnership with (tbd) collective, conducted in-person interviews with students and adults who regularly spend time in cafeterias. |
Taste Testing New Foods in the Classroom and Cafeteria | Guide to taste testing foods in the classroom and cafeteria. |
Taste Testing: How To Guide | Alliance for a Healthier Generation guide to taste testing. |
Team Nutrition – Local School Wellness Policy Outreach Toolkit | Engage school staff and parents in school wellness using these ready-to-go communication tools. |
Team Nutrition Elementary School Posters | Use these posters to encourage elementary school children to make healthy food choices. |
Team Nutrition Middle School Posters | Use these posters to encourage middle school children to make healthy food choices. |
Team Nutrition Popular Events Idea Booklet | 20 themed event ideas promote nutrition and physical activity at your elementary or middle school. |
USDA Marketing Your Program Toolkit | This module contains resources that will assist you in marketing your program to important stakeholders, such as parents, teachers, and students. |