FNS Documents & Resources

This notice informs the public of the annual adjustments to the reimbursement rates for meals served in the Summer Food Service Program for Children. These adjustments address changes in the Consumer Price Index, as required under the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act. The 2021 reimbursement rates are presented as a combined set of rates to highlight simplified cost accounting procedures. The 2021 rates are also presented individually, as separate operating and administrative rates of reimbursement, to show the effect of the Consumer Price Index adjustment on each rate. 

Este video muestra cómo los operadores del CACFP pueden encontrar maneras de introducir diferentes tipos de leche a los niños de 1 a 2 años de edad. Este video incluye descripciones verbales del contenido visual para facilitar el acceso de quienes tienen poca visión o son ciegos.

Este video muestra cómo los operadores del CACFP pueden encontrar maneras de introducir diferentes tipos de leche a los niños de 1 a 2 años de edad.

This video shows how CACFP operators can find ways to introduce different types of milks to toddlers.

Este video muestra cómo los operadores del CACFP pueden despertar el interés de los niños por alimentos nuevos. Este video incluye descripciones verbales del contenido visual para facilitar el acceso de quienes tienen poca visión o son ciegos.

Este video muestra cómo los operadores del CACFP pueden despertar el interés de los niños por alimentos nuevos. 

This video shows how CACFP operators can spark children’s interest in new foods.

Due to the exceptional circumstances of this public health emergency, USDA is establishing a nationwide waiver to support access to nutritious meals while minimizing potential exposure to the novel coronavirus. This waiver applies to the National School Lunch Program, School Breakfast Program, Child and Adult Care Food Program and Summer Food Service Program.

The Guide to Professional Standards for School Nutrition Programs introduces training reward badges – a fun way to promote training and recognize staff who have completed their annual requirements.

A central resource outlining the USDA Professional Standards requirements for state and local school nutrition professionals.