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OPERATOR AWARD FINALISTS
What innovative recipe, process, practice, or technology, are you currently taking advantage of with success in your program?
YES Prep Public Schools Houston, Texas
This year our Child Nutrition Team partnered with Brighter Bites to provide fresh fruits and vegetables to our elementary stu- dents at our Southside Elementary School. Through this initiative, our students receive bi-weekly bags filled with a variety of fresh produce, nutrition education information and innovative recipes to try at home. This partnership has helped our families and stu- dents to eat healthier and learn about different types of produce. Through this initiative, YES Prep Public Schools was honored by the Mayor with a City of Houston Proclamation proclaiming Sep- tember 20, 2023, YES Prep Healthy Kids Day!
INDUSTRY AWARD FINALISTS
AmTab Furniture and Signage Graphics Décor
Fig K12 Learning Management System for School Nutrition Professionals
Our Mobile Booth Seating - Half Round is an innovative product we recently modified. This product has always been a staple with- in K-12 cafeterias. However, after speaking with more and more school nutrition professionals, there was an addition to this prod- uct that could really benefit schools. In order to get more seating in the cafeteria, adding a back shelf with seats allows us to really maximize the seating capacity in that space. It also provides stu- dents with another unique seating option to enjoy the amazing meals produced. AmTab is always about being innovative and find- ing creative solutions to give students more seating variety in the cafeteria. This was definitely a team effort between us and school nutrition professionals’ feedback.
Fig k12 deserves recognition and an award for innovation in school nutrition professional development due to its forward-thinking approach and significant impact on the field. By leveraging cut- ting-edge technology and interactive tools, fig k12 provides a dynamic and flexible learning environment that allows nutrition professionals to engage with a comprehensive curriculum at their own pace. This curriculum not only covers essential topics such as nutrition, food safety, and regulatory compliance but also incorporates modern concepts like sustainability and local sourcing. The program’s effectiveness is evidenced by measur- able improvements in student participation and satisfaction with school meal programs, alongside enhanced nutritional outcomes and operational efficiencies. Additionally, fig k12 has made great strides in ensuring the program is scalable and accessible, even for professionals in under-resourced areas, thereby broadening its impact. Testimonials and success stories from participants further attest to the transformative potential of the program, highlighting its role in fostering a supportive community and cul- tivating leadership among school nutrition professionals. These collective achievements underscore why fig k12 stands out as a leader in innovative educational practices within school nutrition.
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