Empowering School Foodservice Heroes | April 2025

The Everyday Heroes Nourishing More Than Just Meals

I n schools across the country, school nutrition professionals show up every day with more than just a meal — they’re delivering joy, comfort, and connection. These dedicated individuals do so much more than meet USDA meal standards; they meet students where they are — with empathy, creativity, and relentless commitment to their well-be- ing. That’s the idea behind Tyson K-12’s Hunger Heroes campaign, an annual initia- tive that recognizes outstanding school nutrition professionals who go above and beyond to positively impact their stu- dents and programs with grants for their nutrition programs, team prizes, and na- tional recognition. But more importantly, the program gives voice to the stories that often go untold — stories of heart, hustle, and humanity in America’s lunch- rooms.

BY LESLIE REEVES, TYSON K-12 CUSTOMER ENGAGEMENT & MARKETING MANAGER

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