2025 Program Admin & Operations

Hear how the Program Integrity Rule has affected the Administrative and Procurement Review procedures in Texas and why it matters. Also, get a refresher on the importance of maintaining proper recordkeeping for submission during a review.

Ever faced an empty home or had the police show up unexpectedly during a monitoring visit? Do you know how to handle these situations? Explore the unique challenges that field monitors can face and brainstorm ways to effectively handle them to ensure seamless and successful visits.

New and returning Texas sponsors will get essential guidance on the CACFP application process. Learn best practices and key tips to avoid common errors and reminders to ensure a smooth and successful submission. See how to streamline your application experience and enhance your program’s success no matter your sponsorship experience.

As a CACFP sponsor, get a sneak preview of the Texas Automated Nutrition System (TANS), which will be used for program administration starting in Program Year 2026. The state will explain the rollout timeline, the key differences between TANS and the current system, and what can be expected prior to the start of PY2026.

Get a complete overview of how the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) places and removes institutions and individuals on the National Disqualified List (NDL) and Texas Excluded Summer Food Service Program List (TEXSL). Review the state regulations and TDA handbook references. For the best experience, bring a laptop or tablet.

Are you just getting started in developing your emergency plans? Emergency planning includes being prepared to feed children and staff in an emergency situation, such as a weather event requiring sheltering in place. Learn how to plan for more than just the meal service and sanitation needs while completing a template you can use in your operations.

Are some or all of your reimbursable meals prepared offsite by food vendors? If so, then you know the added compliance challenges this brings. Learn how to maximize reimbursements and remain compliant despite variability in vendor knowledge of CACFP requirements, administrative capabilities, or supply chain challenges.

You’ve invested so much time and resources in launching your school food program. You want to sustain and grow your program — but how? The secret to your success is your students. With public funding a key factor in sustaining high-quality school food programs, the role of student engagement is vital. Learn different ways to create programs built for students by students.

From physical contamination to foodborne illness outbreaks to undeclared allergens, food recalls are an unfortunate part of the food industry. In fact, there were 313 last year alone in the US. It is essential to get relevant information, track recalled food in inventory, and dispose of recalled food properly to prevent accidentally serving unsafe food to children in your care.

Learn about pre-visit preparation steps, what to look for while on-site (such as adherence to meal patterns, meal counting, documentation, and civil rights requirements), record retention requirements, and follow-up activities. Recorded on form H1606 in Texas, this tool may be modified for use by other states and as a guide for any sponsoring organizations.