Below are resources to assist with implementation of the nutrition standards for the National School Lunch and School Breakfast programs.

Resources and Tools

Updates to the School Nutrition Standards - U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) - Regulations on school nutrition standards.

Menu Ideas and Recipes

Menu Resources

​No to Low Sodium Seasonings

  • ​Flavor Shakers - Mixture recipes developed by Chef Deanna Olson can be offered to students in a shaker to season their food as desired.
  • Seasoning Mixtures - Developed by ISU Extension
  • Flavor Stations - Developed by St. Joseph's Catholic School - New Hampton.