Child Nutrition Services, NE

09/04/2026

Virtual Training Opportunity--Trainer for Trainers with Brian Washburn--First Impressions, Final Actions: The Art of the Training Launch and Landing--September 25th

Please see the flyer below and attached for information on this upcoming virtual training opportunity on September 25th.

Register Here https://registrations.elcomaharegion.org/workshops/SectionDetails.aspx?SectionID=2925
If you have any questions, please contact: Jennifer Haggart: [email protected]

09/04/2026

Virtual Training Series Opportunity---Sun Safety and Shaded Play--Morning and Evening Sessions--Begins September 23rd

Please see the flyer below and attached for information on this upcoming virtual training series opportunity beginning on September 23rd.

Register Here https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeL8KXZwM5-318oTyZWpg_ZYdSPnDq_1PD7T30kMaHAsRRv1w/viewform

If you have any questions, please contact: Erin Kampbell or Jaci Foged:
[email protected] or [email protected]

09/04/2026

Gluten-Free Whole Grains

When serving grains, at least one serving per day must be whole grain-rich. But can you serve whole grain-rich items to children with gluten intolerances or do you have to serve them a replacement grain?

Are There Whole Grain-Rich Foods That Are Gluten-Free?

Are there any grains that are both gluten free and whole grain-rich?

09/04/2026

Working with Others



It’s back-to-school season! Did you know school readiness is more than just math and reading? Our partners at Vroom share how moments outside the classroom help your child build important life skills, like working with others.

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Our partners at Vroom share how moments outside the classroom help your child build important life skills.

09/04/2026

Identifying Gluten-Free Foods

Gluten is a protein found in some grains such as wheat, barley, rye and malt. Participants with celiac disease cannot eat foods containing gluten, and those with a gluten intolerance may also need to avoid eating gluten. General Mills has tips to help you identify gluten-free foods.

How to Identify Gluten-Free

09/04/2026

Adding Whole Grains to Your Menu

September is also Whole Grains Month! Grains are an important meal component of the CACFP. For more information on how to offer whole grains at CACFP sites, watch this webinar from USDA's Team Nutrition.

Explore Whole Grains

Specialty 1: Nutrition | 0.5 CEUs awarded upon completion. This webinar focuses on how to offer whole grains at CACFP sites. No refunds...

09/04/2026

Rosita's Enfrijoladas

Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from September 15 to October 15. Looking for a recipe idea to help you celebrate? Try the Rosita’s Enfrijoladas recipe from NCA and our partners at Sesame Street in Communities. Enfrijoladas are a traditional Mexican dish with corn tortillas and black bean puree. Plus, it’s quick and easy to make on busy days.

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09/04/2026

09/04/2026

September Calendar Activities:

09/04/2026

Celebrating National Whole Grains Month

September is National Whole Grains Month, and we have plenty of free resources for you to learn more about what whole grains are, as well as whole grain-rich requirements in the CACFP. Here are a few key resources to get you started.

· USDA Resource: Adding Whole Grains to Your Menu https://www.cacfp.org/assets/pdf/USDA+FNS+-+Adding+Whole+Grains+to+the+CACFP+EN-SP+cacfp.org/

· Meal Pattern Minute: Identifying Whole Grain-Rich Method 1 https://www.cacfp.org/2023/04/07/meal-pattern-minute-identifying-whole-grain-rich-method-1/

· Free Activity Page: Grain Game