Texas Association for School Nutrition
TASNews
Practical ideas, timely updates and member stories for school nutrition professionals across Texas.
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Featured
TASN certification is now online
Learning, Growth & Innovation
TASN Certification Is Now Online: Here’s How to Get Started
TASN certification recognizes your professional learning. New applications, renewals and requests for a higher level should now be completed online. There’s no longer an application to print or paperwork to mail.
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In the News
Manor ISD
Manor ISD’s Fresh Texas Flavors Take Center Stage
See how Manor ISD’s school meals featuring Texas flavors caught the attention of local news.
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PSJA ISD
PSJA ISD Recognized for Farm Fresh Leadership
The district earned Texas Department of Agriculture recognition for its eighth consecutive year in the Farm Fresh Challenge.
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USDA
USDA Announces Harvest to Hallways Initiative
Read about planned investments in school kitchens, local food purchasing and farm-to-school programs.
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Screenshot of the TASN Member Forum
Member Impact & Community
Your Texas School Nutrition Peers Are One Conversation Away
Received an unexpected forum notification? Find out what happened, then see how to connect with Texas school nutrition peers and choose the email updates you want.
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Plan ahead for TASN events in 2027
Opportunities & Engagement
Plan Ahead for TASN in 2027: Save These Dates
Save the dates for PCS and Administrative Academy in Rockwall and the Annual Conference in San Antonio. Exhibitor registration opens soon, so stay tuned for the floor plan and prospectus.
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Federal school meal funding opportunity for eligible schools and districts
Opportunities & Engagement
Federal School Meal Funding Opportunity: Apply by Oct. 13
A new federal program will fund projects that test ways to make school meals healthier and more appealing to students. Texas schools, districts and school food authorities are eligible to apply. The deadline is Oct. 13.
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Texas school nutrition attendees together at SNA ANC26
Member Impact & Community
Texas School Nutrition Showed Up at ANC26
See the Texans who gathered at SNA’s Annual National Conference in Charlotte, and save July 11–13 for ANC27 in Phoenix.
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Next Steps
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Browse more articles, updates and ideas for school nutrition professionals across Texas.
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Explore by Topic
Explore the topics that matter most to your work and quickly find ideas, insights and resources you can use right away.
Purpose
Student Health & Purpose
Explore student wellness, outcomes and the difference school meals make every day.
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Excellence
Operations & Excellence
Find practical strategies for compliance, program management and operational success.
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Leadership
Advocacy & Leadership
Stay informed on policy, advocacy and leadership issues affecting school nutrition.
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Community
Member Impact & Community
Discover member spotlights, district successes and recognition from across Texas.
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Growth
Learning, Growth & Innovation
Find professional development, certification, conference learning and emerging ideas.
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Engagement
Opportunities & Engagement
Find deadlines, grants, contests, events and ways to get involved with TASN.
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Recipes
Recipes & Menu Ideas
Explore school-friendly recipes, menu inspiration and practical ideas for real kitchens and real students.
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