Recent News

May 2023

The Healthy Meals Incentives Initiative seeks to improve the nutritional quality of school meals through food systems transformation, school food authority recognition and technical assistance, the generation and sharing of innovative ideas and tested practices, and grants.

Action for Healthy Kids will facilitate the sharing of best practices across the country and provide grants to help small and/or rural SFAs innovate and advance their efforts. Action for Healthy Kids is offering competitive grants (up to $150,000 per SFA) for small and/or rural school food authorities to support efforts to improve the nutritional quality of their school meals. Find out grant requirements here.

May 2023

The Academy is seeking abstracts to be presented during poster sessions at the 2023 Food & Nutrition Conference & Expo®, to be held October 7 to 10 in Denver, Colo. This is a great opportunity to present research that was not completed in time for the original call for abstracts. Late-breaking submissions will be accepted from May 1 to 31.

May 2023

Academy membership gives you access to savings on #FNCE registration, CPE and more! To learn more about membership savings and exclusive benefits, visit here.

May 2023

We celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islanders across the world. Find out more about AAPI month here.

March & April 2023

Know of other Academy members not currently involved in our DPG? Forward these details to potential members!

March 2023

The SNS DPG Awards and Scholarship Committee is always willing to receive suggestions for nominations for the SNS DPG Award of Excellence and DPG Emerging Leader Award! Contact: Lindsey Palmer at lindseypalmer51085@gmail.com or see our website for more information!

March 2023

The Academy honors individuals who have advanced the profession by exhibiting leadership and serving others. Find the various categories and submit your nomination online at the Academy’s website under the “Leadership” tab.

March 2023

This endowment supports the Frances Carr Parker and School Nutrition Services DPG Scholarship, administered through the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Foundation (Foundation) for up to $2,000 per recipient. The scholarship recognizes a longtime School Nutrition Services Professional, Frances Carr Parker, RD, LDN, and was established to support graduate studies to enhance job skills related to the practice of school nutrition.

Interested applicants must apply by completing the Foundation’s scholarship application. Contact scholarship@eatright.org with any questions.

Summer 2023 Non-Congregate Meal Service in Rural Areas

March 2023

This guidance serves as the instructions for state agencies and program operators on how to implement Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) and Seamless Summer Option (SSO) rural non-congregate meal service during summer 2023.

February 2023

Know of other Academy members not currently involved in our DPG? Forward these details to potential members!

February 2023

The SNS DPG Awards and Scholarship Committee is always willing to receive suggestions for nominations for the SNS DPG Award of Excellence and DPG Emerging Leader Award! Contact: Lindsey Palmer at lindseypalmer51085@gmail.com or see our website for more information!

February 2023

The Academy honors individuals who have advanced the profession by exhibiting leadership and serving others. Find the various categories and submit your nomination online at the Academy’s website under the “Leadership” tab.

February 2023

This endowment supports the Frances Carr Parker and School Nutrition Services DPG Scholarship, administered through the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Foundation (Foundation) for up to $2,000 per recipient. The scholarship recognizes a longtime School Nutrition Services Professional, Frances Carr Parker, RD, LDN, and was established to support graduate studies to enhance job skills related to the practice of school nutrition.

Interested applicants must apply by completing the Foundation’s scholarship application. Contact scholarship@eatright.org with any questions.

February 2023

Connect with hundreds of food and nutrition practitioners of all skill levels to take a deep-dive into key policy issues that impact the health of the nation and dietetics profession during the Nutrition and Dietetics Advocacy Summit! Taking place virtually, March 28-30, the summit will focus on two of the Academy's top policy and advocacy efforts: medical nutrition therapy expansion and child nutrition. Click here to register.

February 2023

Earlier this month, Secretary Vilsack provided a panel discussion on the historic investment in USDA’s Partnership for Climate Smart Commodities. Listen in here!

February 2023

This year’s theme is Fuel for the Future, which focuses on eating with sustainability in mind during each phase of life and showcases the expertise of registered dietitian nutritionists. Find promotional resources here!

January 2023

The SNS DPG Awards and Scholarship Committee is always willing to receive suggestions for nominations for the SNS DPG Award of Excellence and DPG Emerging Leader Award! Contact: Lindsey Palmer at lindseypalmer51085@gmail.com or see our website for more information!

January 2023

The Academy honors individuals who have advanced the profession by exhibiting leadership and serving others. Find the various categories and submit your nomination online at the Academy’s website under the “Leadership” tab.

January 2023

This endowment supports the Frances Carr Parker and School Nutrition Services DPG Scholarship, administered through the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Foundation (Foundation) for up to $2,000 per recipient. The scholarship recognizes a longtime School Nutrition Services Professional, Frances Carr Parker, RD, LDN, and was established to support graduate studies to enhance job skills related to the practice of school nutrition.

Interested applicants must apply by completing the Foundation’s scholarship application. Contact scholarship@eatright.org with any questions.

January 2023

School Nutrition Services regularly makes financial contributions to this endowment but also encourages individual member contributions. Please visit eatrightfoundation.org or email foundation@eatright.org.

January 2023

Are you frequently quoted in the media for your expertise in food and nutrition? If so, consider applying to join the Academy’s landmark volunteer media Spokesperson Program. Three-year terms begin June 1, 2023. Openings are available in a number of practice specialty areas and geographical areas. Academy members from all geographic areas are encouraged to apply. The application deadline is February 3.

January 2023

Connect with hundreds of food and nutrition practitioners of all skill levels to take a deep-dive into key policy issues that impact the health of the nation and dietetics profession during the Nutrition and Dietetics Advocacy Summit! Taking place virtually, March 28-30, the summit will focus on two of the Academy's top policy and advocacy efforts: medical nutrition therapy expansion and child nutrition. Click here to register.

January 2023

To apply for a student scholarship, complete this brief survey by Wednesday, February 8. If you are applying for a student scholarship, please hold off on registering for the summit; scholarship recipients will be notified beginning the week of February 13. Please note, the scholarship opportunity is only available to student Academy members.

January 2023

This position is a two-year, renewable commitment to begin in April 2023 and pays a $22,000 annual stipend. Proposals must be submitted to SNA Chief Executive Officer Patricia Montague, FASAE, CAE, at pmontague@schoolnutrition.org by March 17. For more information, click here.

January 2023

The following six Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics members and credentialed practitioners were selected to serve on the 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee:

• Aline Andres, PhD, RD
• Carol Byrd-Bredbenner, PhD, RD, FAND
• Teresa Fung, ScD, RD
• Deanna Hoelscher, PhD, RDN, LD, CNS, FISBNPA
• Hollie Raynor, PhD, RD, LDN
• Christopher Taylor, PhD, RDN, LD, FAND

Congratulations to our fellow dietitians selected!

December 2022

Are you frequently quoted in the media for your expertise in food and nutrition? If so, consider applying to join the Academy’s landmark volunteer media Spokesperson Program. Three-year terms begin June 1, 2023. Openings are available in a number of practice specialty areas and geographical areas. Academy members from all geographic areas are encouraged to apply. The application deadline is February 3.

December 2022

Check out the new eatrightPRO website design while you’re reading the article!

November 2022

Are you frequently quoted in the media for your expertise in food and nutrition? If so, consider applying to join the Academy’s landmark volunteer media Spokesperson Program. Three-year terms begin June 1, 2023. Openings are available in a number of practice specialty areas and geographical areas. Academy members from all geographic areas are encouraged to apply. The application deadline is February 3.

November 2022

Or as it is commonly referred to, American Indian and Alaska Native Heritage Month! Learn more HERE.

November 2022

As we think about inclusion, here’s a tip about the importance of pronouns and how to share your own!

October 2022

When: November 15th at 3-4 pm EST

Join us to discuss Why School Meals Matter: Insight from the USDA’s School Nutrition and Meal Cost Study, presented by Maria Boyle, MS, RDN, Principal Researcher at Mathematica. Register HERE!

October 2022

Learn more about celebrating Indigenous people’s past, present, and future HERE.

October 2022

Support healthy school meals for all! Share with colleagues, family, and friends the importance of school meals:

September 2022

Read the latest letter from USDA Secretary Vilsack to states for SY 2022-2023!

September 2022

Hispanic Heritage Month begins September 15th and goes through October 15th!

September 2022

• Head to Orlando Oct 8th - 11th for the first in-person Food & Nutrition Conference & Expo® in 2 years! The conference will feature a handful of exciting school nutrition-related sessions you won’t want to miss.
• Join SNS for our DPG Social dinner event taking place at FNCE® on Saturday, October 8th at 6 pm!
• The social will take place at The Hampton Social (https://www.thehamptonsocial.com/) near the convention center hotel area. Cost to register is $50. Registration link HERE!

September 2022

Register today to join Academy President Ellen Shanley to reflect on the outcomes from the White House Conference on Hunger, Health, and Nutrition! Happening Thursday September 29th at 1 pm.

August 2022

• Head to Orlando Oct 8th - 11th for the first in-person Food & Nutrition Conference & Expo in 2 years! The conference will feature a handful of exciting school nutrition-related sessions you won’t want to miss.
• Last chance to enjoy Early Bird pricing through August 31! Visit Eatrightfnce.org for registration details.

August 2022

The social will take place at The Hampton Social (https://www.thehamptonsocial.com/) near the convention center hotel area. Registration link TBD!

August 2022

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August 2022

Healthy Drinks, Healthy Kids: Milk, Plant-Based Alternatives, Flavored Milk, Toddler Milk – A Deeper Dive into the Science and Resulting Recommendations: In this webinar, attendees will discover the latest in milk recommendations for children. Release Date: August 30, 2022. Register for FREE today!

August 2022

Check out the new Team Nutrition Back to School Online Kit that RDNs can use to help SFAs and schools create strong school environments that support students’ growth, learning, and well-being.

July 2022

• Head to Orlando Oct 8th - 11th for the first in-person Food & Nutrition Conference & Expo® in 2 years! The conference will feature a handful of exciting school nutrition-related sessions you won’t want to miss.
• Enjoy Early Bird pricing through August 26! Eatrightfnce.org

July 2022

Registration and details coming soon.

July 2022

The Academy has provided guidance to consumers during the national infant formula shortage. Read details here.

July 2022

Understanding the basics of different culinary terms is key to preparing delicious, nutritious meals. Share the B, C, and D’s of culinary vocab with this list of cooking lingo.

July 2022

They make more than just a pretty smoothie…try this tangy twist on classic grilled chicken!

July 2022

Celebrate our favorite versatile botanical berry as an addition to your everyday meals!

June 2022

June 2022

Studies show that schools are the healthiest place for kids to eat in the U.S. Here’s why we need Healthy School Meals for All.

June 2022

Juneteenth on June 19th commemorates the day that enslaved Texans found out — more than two years after Emancipation Day — that they were free.

It's also a day known for celebratory meals and red drinks. Learn more here.

June 2022

July 11th - SNA ANC - SNS DPG Member Breakfast

Sponsored by General Mills

📍CHANGE📍 Location: Hyatt Hotel on the lobby level in the Manatee Springs Room.

• Time: 6:00am to 8:00am
• Guest speaker: Maria Boyle, MS, RDN–Principal researcher with Mathematica presenting Why School Meals Matter: Insight from the USDA’s School Nutrition and Meal Cost Study.
• $20 per member ($10 student/retired members)

Register Here!