Our Mission
The Office of School Nutrition is committed to ensuring all school-aged children have equal access to healthy meals by supporting, training, and connecting Colorado’s child nutrition community.
Updates and Announcements
For your reference: please use the updated Programs and Responsibilities List of CDE Office of School Nutrition Contacts. This list provides an alphabetical listing of the Office of School Nutrition contact for specific child nutrition programs and responsibilities. Additional contact information can be found on the Contact Us webpage.
Advisory Council for School Nutrition (ACSN) Meeting - Thursday, Oct. 19, 2017
Please contact your ACSN representative with any concerns, issues or hot topics that you would like to be included on the agenda for the Oct. 19, 2017 meeting.
October is National Farm to School Month
Visit the National Farm to School Network for information and free resources. To share your stories, email Sara Rose Foreman.
Turnip the Beet Award
- The USDA Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) is recognizing outstanding summer meal program sponsors across the nation that offer high quality meals through the Turnip the Beet Award.
- The nomination form and one month menu are due to Ashley Moen by October 20, 2017.
- For additional information, visit the Turnip the Beet! High Quality Summer Meals Award Program webpage.
Quick Links
Communications
- Advisory Council for School Nutrition
- Calendar of Events
- Data Requests - Frequently Requested Information
- School Food Professional - Job Opportunities
- Thursday Updates
- USDA Memos
Programs and Program Administration
Resources
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