Training

Training Announcements

• Administrative Review Trainings, August 2014 - September 2014
• Registration is now open for ten regional training locations for School Food Authorities undergoing the Administrative Review in the 2014-2015 school year.  School Food Authorities in a different review cycle will have an opportunity for training prior to the beginning of their review cycle. This training will help you prepare and understand what to expect during a review.
• 2014-2015 Administrative Review Schedule
• For dates and locations, click here
• Administrative Review Training registration is available online at CNXPress!

• Free and Reduced Price Training registration is available online at  CNXPress!
• Regional Direct Certification Training registration is available online at CNXPress!

Online Trainings and Resources

Spring 2014 Webinars

• Implementation Guidance for All Foods Sold in Schools and Competitive Foods
• School Breakfast and Lunch
• Meal Pattern Updates for School Year 2014-2015

Online Training Registration

• Training courses and registrations can now be accessed on CNXPress!  You'll need a Sponsor ID to view and register for trainings.
• Registration Instructions

• Sponsor ID's (pdf)

Request for Training

• The CDE OSN offers training and technical assistance outside of announced and regional trainings.  The office receives requests on a variety of subject matter, ranging from Special Dietary Needs to Menu Planning and Production Records.  Complete the word or PDF form, and the OSN will follow-up with your request.  (Word  |   PDF)

Conferences, Orientations, and Class Materials

• 2014 Directors' Conference Presentations
• Directors’ Conference is an annual gathering of Colorado Child Nutrition Program food service directors, hosted by the CDE Office of School Nutrition. It is a conference that provides informative sessions and the most up-to-date information related to the USDA Child Nutrition Programs.
• 2014 Directors' Conference (Colorado School Foodservice Superheroes Stories)

Additional Resources

• Colorado School Nutrition Association (CSNA)
• National Food Service Management Institute (NFSMI)
• School Nutrition Association (SNA)
• Team Nutrition
• Resource Lending Library
  Contact Sara Silvernail at 303-866-5985 or silvernail_s@cde.state.co.us for information.