Farm to School implementation is happening throughout the school building, from school gardens, to the school cafeteria, to the classroom, and through after-school activities and clubs. This session will dive into what Farm to School is, funding opportunities, resources available to schools, and agriculture education. We will showcase success stories from Illinois schools. Attend this session to learn more about ways to incorporate agriculture into your school!
Join Illinois State Board of Education Nutrition Department staff for a big breakfast presentation! We’ll cover marketing and outreach, Breakfast After the Bell serving models, grants, and other information to help expand your breakfast. Breakfast fuels student success!
Hunger doesn’t end when the bell rings at the end of the school day. Whether it is after school or summer vacation, there are child nutrition programs available that can ensure students are getting the nutrition they need to succeed year-round. Join us for an engaging and interactive session to learn about summer meal programs, after-school snack and supper programs, and more.