School Nutrition Programs

Education and Training Resources for School Nutrition Programs

Child and Adult Care Food Programs

Education and Training Resources for CACFP

Face-to-Face Training

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ICN Resources

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Child Nutrition Archives

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Applied Research

Research reports and ICN Insights

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School Nutrition S.T.A.R. Webinar Series

This series will feature school districts that have implemented creative strategies and best practices for common school nutrition topics as well as allied organizations who develop and offer free resources to support school nutrition programs.
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About The ICN

The Institute of Child Nutrition (ICN), part of the School of Applied Sciences at The University of Mississippi, is the only federally funded national center dedicated to applied research, education and training, and technical assistance for child nutrition programs. The Institute was established by Congress in the Child Nutrition and WIC Reauthorization Act of 1989.

What people are saying about the ICN

The Basic Culinary Math helped me with my problems at Math.  I understand better now and hopefully, I can use it in the kitchen. Trainer was knowledgeable, She had good communication skills. She was able to simplify information for slower learners. She engaged the participants and allowed them to participate throughout the session.

Basic Culinary Math, St. Thomas, VI

Our Managers enjoyed their training and gleamed valuable information that they can take back to the schools. ICN staff is always very helpful and organized. The presenters were excellent. Thank you.

Multiple Sessions - Managing Personalities and Conflict, Food Safety in Schools and Forecasting the Procurement of Foods, Memphis, TN

Trainer was very engaging – she kept the group interested.  She is the best trainer/ presenter I have experienced in a very long time.  This course was good and I really liked the instructor.

Nutrition 101, Sherwood, OR

Both trainers were outstanding. Extremely professional yet down to earth and the entire audience felt comfortable in participating and asking questions.”

Healthy Cuisine for Kids, Casper, WY

I anticipated or assumed by the title that this was a subject I knew.  However, it was the opposite.  I received valuable information.  The speaker was able to articulate and have materials presented in an excellent manner.

Introduction to Happy Mealtimes, Boston, MA

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ICN News

  • Promotional graphic for ‘iBites Podcasts’, a podcast series for school nutrition staff. Image shows a bowl of cereal, milk carton, apple, and a microphone on a cafeteria table.

iBites Podcast – S2E3 – Crystal Beers

December 10th, 2025|

Welcome to iBites, the podcast from the Institute of Child Nutrition.
On iBites, we talk with school nutrition professionals from around the country. Our guests share real experiences, practical tips, and proven strategies to support your work. Whether you’re an experienced [Read More]

  • Promotional image for the mixup podcast episode 31

The Mix Up Podcast – Episode 31 – Shaping Student’s Relationship with Food

December 10th, 2025|

Host Patrick Garmong sits down with national school nutrition leader Stephen O’Brien to talk about how school meals can shape a student’s relationship with food for life. They dig into scratch cooking, smart procurement, small-district strategies, building allies, and [Read More]

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