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Upcoming Virtual Events in May

May 2, 2024

It's hard to believe summer is already knocking on the door! As always, we're cooking up a storm of learning opportunities for our child nutrition community.

This May, we're highlighting Older Americans Month with a special event tailored for our providers serving adult communities. Plus, USDA has some important updates and we're gearing up to be your guide through it all.

Another Annual Training opportunity is on the calendar this month; and to our cherished members, we've got a fresh 'Marketing Your Business' session that you won't want to miss.

Grab your calendar, put on your learning cap, and let's dive headfirst into the exciting opportunities that NCA has in store for you this May!

Wednesday, May 8 | 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm Eastern

Age Defying Flavors: Adapting Recipes for Older Adults

May is Older Americans Month and we're celebrating the invaluable contributions of the older adult members within our community. Join us to discover how to adapt CACFP recipes to align with the changing needs and tastes of older adults. Gain insights into modifying recipes to cater to their distinct taste profiles and nutritional needs, ensuring meals that are both satisfying and health-supportive for our revered community members.

Earn 0.5 CEU for attending this Zoom webinar brought to you by the National CACFP Sponsors Association.

Presented By:
Isabel Ramos-Lebron, MS,RDN, LD
Nutrition Education Specialist
National CACFP Sponsors Association

Thursday, May 9 | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Eastern

Breaking Down the Proposed Rule: Serious Deficiency Process

Still have questions about the proposed rule on the serious deficiency process in the CACFP and SFSP? Join the NCA Policy team as we walk through the proposed rule and help stakeholders prepare to make comments.

Presented by:

Alexia Thex, MEd
Director of Policy & Partnerships
National CACFP Sponsors Association

McKenzie Brunner, MGPS
Policy & Outreach Specialist
National CACFP Sponsors Association

Thursday, May 16 | 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Eastern

Child Nutrition Programs Final Rule: Updates to the CACFP & SFSP Meal Patterns

Learn how this final rule impacts the CACFP & SFSP community.

Presented by:

USDA Food & Nutrition Services

Hosted by: National CACFP Sponsors Association

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3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Eastern

Members of the National CACFP Sponsors Association are invited to join us for an "Ask Us Anything" webinar immediately after the USDA's overview of the final rule for Child Nutrition Programs: Updates to the CACFP & SFSP Meal Patterns.

Presented by:

Lisa Mack
President & CEO
National CACFP Sponsors Association

Alexia Thex, MEd
Director of Policy & Partnerships
National CACFP Sponsors Association

Thursday, May 23 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Eastern 
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Annual CACFP Training FY24

Looking for comprehensive CACFP training for new or seasoned CACFP operators working in child care centers, family homes, or adult day care centers? In this two-hour annual training event, topics covered include meal patterns, meal counts, claims submission, review procedures, recordkeeping requirements, monitoring requirements, reimbursement system, Civil Rights, important updates in the CACFP, as well as medical statements and food allergies.

New to CACFP? You can also benefit from attending this training as this is a comprehensive overview of the requirements of participation.

Earn 2.0 CEUs for attending this Zoom webinar.

Can't make it to the live session? The recording will be available for viewing through May 30, 2024.

Presented By: 
Isabel Ramos-Lebron, MS, RDN, LD
Nutrition Education Specialist
National CACFP Sponsors Association

Thursday, May 30 | 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm Eastern 
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Marketing Your Business: Marketing Yourself
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By positioning yourself as a subject matter expert in your field, you are also elevating your organization, which can give you the advantage when growing your program. Learn how to start your journey with easy steps you can implement immediately or find out how to take the next step to marketing yourself.

Earn 0.5 CEUs for attending this live webinar, brought to you by the National CACFP Sponsors Association.

Presented By: 
Lisa Mack
President & CEO
National CACFP Sponsors Association

Check back next month for even more virtual training opportunities!

Do you have a question or topic that you'd love to learn more about through one of our virtual trainings? Check out The Learning Center for our extensive library of training opportunities or shoot us an email with your training needs to conference@cacfp.org.Â