Step 1: QUALITY CHECK
All resources submitted to the CNSS are vetted to ensure they are relevant, useful, and timely. Prior to submission, please:
- Confirm the resource is technically accurate and consistent with current Federal regulations, policies, and memos, if applicable.
- Review all hyperlinks (if included) to verify they work when clicked and take the user to the exact source indicated, rather than a general website.
- Ensure the content is free of grammar and spelling errors. Spell out acronyms and abbreviations the first time they appear in the document.
- Verify that your organization's name and contact information is on the actual resource; this could be a link to your organization's website and may also include a phone number or physical address.
- Confirm the resource is not a promotion, advertisement, or subscription to a service that requires payment.
Step 2: SUBMIT RESOURCE | www.theicn.org/cnss
The ICN accepts Child Nutrition Program (CNP) guides and handouts, training manuals and slides, and links to training webinars, videos, and audio recordings.
Most resources are stand-alone files. Resources such as trainings may include multiple files. For example, PowerPoint, instructor and participants materials, and supplemental handouts.
Once your resource is submitted, you will receive a confirmation notification. If you do not receive the notification, please email cnss@theicn.org. Your submission will be added to the ICN’s internal review process queue.
Step 3: APPROVAL PROCESS
The ICN will review your resource to ensure it is relevant and appropriate for CNPs. It will also be reviewed to ensure all hyperlinks are active. You will receive feedback regarding your resource within two to four weeks of receipt by the ICN. When the volume of submissions is high, this timeframe may be extended.
Step 4: POSTED ON WEBSITE
Once the resource has been reviewed, you will receive an email notification of its status.
If the resource is approved, it is automatically posted to the CNSS and categorized accordingly.
You will be sent a direct URL to the resource at the email address you provided.
If the ICN determines the resource needs modifications before posting on the website, the ICN will email you an explanation of the requested revisions and the steps required to post your resource.
Sometimes, a resource is denied posting to the CNSS. Generally, it is because the resource is deemed inappropriate for CNP operators. In this case, the ICN will email you an explanation of why it was denied.
*Please click here to download a copy of this submission guide.
