Communications

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News and Events

Statewide Public Release for School Meal Eligibility (English and Spanish)
Governor's Proclamation- July is Summer Meals for Kids and Teens Awareness Month. View the governor's proclamation.
Register for the Mountain Plains Crunch Off

Colorado is competing against other states in the Mountain Plains region to see which state can get the most “crunches” into a local produce, per capita. Colorado crunches can take place any time from October 17-23. To get started, register for the event. Upon registering, you can download the Crunch Off Guide with resources, tips, and information on finding local produce in Colorado! “Crunches” may be held in-person or virtually this year. The state with the most “crunches” will be crowned the Crunch Off champion and receive a prize! Help us take home the crown by registering now!

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Retirement Certificates

CDE School Nutrition Unit provides certificates of appreciation for retiring food service employees. Please email Vivien Skrupskis and provide the following information to request a retirement certificate: employee name, position or title, years of service, district or school, date (month) to be displayed on certificate, and mailing address for certificate. Please plan ahead and allow a minimum of five days for mailing.