Guidance

School Meals Initiative

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Nutrient Analysis Protocols: How to Analyze Menus for USDA's School Meals Program

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The Road to SMI Success

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SMI Frequently Asked Questions (pdf)

School Food Safety

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Reporting Compliance with the Food Safety Inspection Requirement (pdf)

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School Food Safety Q&As and transmittal letter (pdf)

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Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP)  Guidance for School Food Authorities (pdf) 

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Interim Rule: School Food Safety Inspection (pdf)

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Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) in School (pdf)    

Farm to School Guidance: "Eat Smart - Farm Fresh"  (pdf) (This working draft is only for use while the final document is being designed)

Best Practices for Food Recovery (pdf)

Verification (pdf)

Inspection Requirements for SFAs - Vending Meals to Outside Entities : CND Guidance Brochure (pdf version)

Eligibility Guidance

Provisions 1, 2 & 3

Accommodating Children with Special Dietary Needs   (pdf) (doc) (ppt)

CN Labeling

Menu Planning

FNS Good Guidance Practices