Build Your Own Taco
Happy CACFP Week! In addition to partnering with Sesame Street in Communities for this weekly celebration, we have some more new recipes on our website. Try out these lentil-based tacos for a fun and flavorful lunch.
· Recipe: Gonger's Build Your Own Taco
· USDA Resource: Crediting Meats/Meat Alternates Tip Sheet
Income Eligibility Guidelines Released
USDA released its annual adjustment to the Income Eligibility Guidelines, which will be used in determining eligibility for free and reduced-price meals for the period from July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026.
Supporting Autism in Early Childhood Settings
Get equipped with the knowledge and skills to effectively support children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in early childhood settings with our upcoming webinar on April 3. This session is free for NCA members and $19 for non-members. Not a member? Join today.
More Upcoming Virtual Events
Provide Feedback to USDA
USDA has requested information on Grain-Based Desserts and High-Protein Yogurt crediting in Child Nutrition Programs. Based on feedback from our members, research and analysis, NCA has developed model comments to help you provide a response to USDA. It is important that you personalize and share your opinion with USDA!
Industry Partner Spotlight
Chefables cultivates healthy young eaters by providing child inspired, chef created compliant meal programs and innovative food products that taste great and are good for you. Their fresh, nutrient dense, innovative meal programs and food products are custom tailored for childcare centers, preschools, and schools. For their service offerings check them out at www.chefables.com. For their product offerings check them out at www.tastetopia.com.
See What We've Got Planned for You at NCNC25
We just released the digital version of our conference program for the National Child Nutrition Conference. Take a look for yourself and see how much training, networking and fun we've packed into five days.
