Posts Tagged ‘child care’
CACFP Operators Celebrated Nationwide
This year, National CACFP Week was formally recognized at federal, state, and local levels. Read more to learn how your peers raised awareness of the CACFP!
Read MoreNational Child Nutrition Conference 2025: Inspiring Leaders, Transformative Insights
The 2025 National Child Nutrition Conference (NCNC25) is set to be an inspiring and impactful event, bringing together professionals dedicated to child nutrition and community advocacy. This year’s General Session will feature an exceptional lineup of speakers, led by Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller, keynote speaker Mike Brown, Jr. and remarks from NCA leadership and USDA.
Read MoreCACFP Outreach
If you are a child care operator currently participating in the CACFP, congratulations! Your commitment to serving nutritious meals and snacks is crucial in fostering healthy behaviors in young children. This Mealtime Memo from our partners at the Institute of Child Nutrition highlights the benefits of the CACFP for operators, children, and families.
Read MoreSponsor Spotlight: Denise Andrews of For the Children, Inc.
Denise Andrews is CEO and Director of For the Children, Inc. which is a sponsoring organization of family child care homes in Oklahoma. Learn about her journey in the CACFP!
Read MoreMovement for Healthy Bodies
Physical skills and healthy bodies can be built through everyday activities and movement. As a caring grown-up in a child’s life, you can facilitate movement and learning, and our partners at Sesame Street are here to help. Their worksheet provides fun ideas to get kids moving. Remember, there’s always an opportunity to move!
Read MoreNutrition Basics: Fiber
You may know that fiber is important, but do you understand why or how much you need? This Mealtime Memo from our partners at the Institute of Child Nutrition covers fiber sources, health benefits, and strategies to increase fiber intake.
Read MoreMeal Pattern Minute: Quick Breads
Are quick breads considered grain-based desserts?
Read MoreNCNC25 Scholarship Recipients Announced
NCA would like to congratulate the 2025 recipients!
Read MoreAmerican Heart Month
February is American Heart Month! Did you know that each year more than 350,000 people, including 23,000 children, in the U.S. experience cardiac arrest outside of a hospital. CPR can double or even triple a person’s change of survival. During American Heart Month, our partners at the American Heart Association are challenging people across the country to learn CPR.
Read MoreFebruary Virtual Events
Check out these virtual events coming up this month at NCA!
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