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Beyond PB&J: Creative Solutions for Better School Lunches

LTI, Inc.

Here are 10 practical suggestions aimed at revitalizing mealtime in K-12 schools. From boosting participation to sparking excitement for lunch, these actionable tips are sure to make a difference. Farm-to-school initiatives: Partner with local farms to provide fresh, locally sourced ingredients for school lunches.

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Taking Whoa to Wow: The Realities During National School Lunch Week 2021

School Meals That Rock

Is it possible that this school year is worse for school meal programs than last year? Talk to a few school nutrition heroes and the answer is a resounding YES. First, the good news: All students K-12 in US schools can receive meals at no cost during SY 2021-2022. Now they ask for ‘that” chicken !”

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Revitalizing school dining: The impact of cafeteria designs on student wellness

LTI, Inc.

Flashback for a moment to K-12school lunch was the real deal (and still is). However, in many schools nationwide, the limited duration allocated for lunch poses a challenge. Efficient designs in educational dining facilities help to encourage healthy habits and improves serving line flow.

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Grace and Gratitude: 10 Truths about School Meals, Labor Day, 2021

School Meals That Rock

For all these reasons, I am sharing some important news about school meals and the dedicated professionals who plan, prepare and serve them to 30 million plus children every school day. I n my opinion, the only things that we should be saying to school nutrition professionals this September are thank you and what can I do to help?

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5 Tips to Speed Up School Cafeteria Lunch Lines

LTI, Inc.

Long lunch lines are often a struggle for K-12 schools. Short lunch periods and hundreds of hungry students descending on the cafeteria at once can create chaos. The resulting backup can leave students with only a few minutes to eat their lunch before the bell rings, leading many to skip lunch altogether.

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MRM People & Places: Cassoulet War, Zagat Stories and AQUAlounge

Modern Restaurant Management

The high school lunch experience is about to look a whole lot different. Aramark , which serves nearly 370 million meals annually to more than 2 million K-12 students across North America, today announced a new high school dining brand, called Rally Cafe , which will transform the traditional high school cafeteria.

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