DISTRICT UPDATES
A LETTER TO OUR
By Mary Ellen Gilliam, MBA Child Nutition Assistant Director MSD Wayne Township
Dear Child Nutrition Professionals, How can we ever say, “THANK YOU?”
Over the past two years, I’ve had the honor and privilege of interacting with numerous child nutrition staff across the state of Indiana. Your unwavering professionalism and concern for student nutrition are indescribable. During the past two years of tireless meal service, during the Covid-19 public health pandemic, your dedication, compassion, and excellence in service have been unmatched. During the past year alone, child nutrition professionals in Indiana have served over five million meals! We continue to overcome supply chain shortages, staffing challenges, and varying service models to steadfastly provide Indiana’s children with quality meal service, leaving no child left behind.
Each of you embody the essence of the word “HERO.” What is a hero?
Is a hero as sweet as honey? Is a hero as tough as a rock? What do you think when you hear hero? I think…Advocate
I think…Helper I think… Friend Heroes are everywhere We only need the eyes to see, The ears to hear, And the Hearts to believe! In my world, Each of you are heroes. A true example, A guiding light, near or far.
A heartfelt thanks to each of you for shining bright like diamonds during a time when our children needed you the most!
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