Training Announcements
- Training courses and registration can now be accessed on CNXPress! You'll need a Sponsor ID to view and register for trainings.
- SAVE THE DATE: New Directors' Orientation, July 21 - 25, 2014
Upcoming Webinars
- All webinars will be announced in the Thursday Update with a specific website link and conference call information.
- Breakfast After the Bell Nutrition Program
- April 30, 2014, 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
- 2014-2015 Meal Pattern Implementation
- May 6, 2014, 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
- May 9, 2014, 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
- May 22, 2014, 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Online Trainings and Resources
- Accommodating Special Dietary Needs
- Civil Rights
- Crediting Food Components
- National Food Service Management Institute (NFSMI)
- Child Nutrition Online Courses
- Financial Management
- No Time to Train (NFSMI series)
- Short series of trainings for new kitchen staff
- Free and Reduced Price Application Training
- **NEW**Implementation Guidance for All Foods Sold in Schools and Competitive Foods
- Menu Production Records
- NSLP and SBP Meal Pattern Requirements for the 2013-2014 School Year (ppt)
- Purchasing Using the Food Buying Guide
- School Meals Program 101 (ppt)
- Verification
Conferences, Orientations, and Class Materials
- SAVE THE DATE: New Directors' Orientation, July 21 - 25, 2014
- 2014 Directors' Conference (Colorado School Foodservice Superheroes Stories)
- 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.
Additional Resources
- Colorado School Nutrition Association
- National Food Service Management Institute (NFSMI)
- School Nutrition Association
- Team Nutrition
- Resource Lending Library
Contact Sara Silvernail at 303-866-5985 or silvernail_s@cde.state.co.us for information.
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)
For additional information, E-Mail: Sara Silvernail, Training Coordinator
