Bookstore SNA produces a variety of publications to help you learn about the field of school nutrition. Purchasing from the BookstorePurchasing Online: Use the following links to purchase theses publications through SNA’s online shopping cart. Purchasing by Mail or Fax: Order Form Spotlight 2020 Compensation & Benefits Report The report summarizes findings from a survey conducted October 2019 - December 2019, with director-level SNA members from 1,042 unique school districts nationwide. It includes data on staff counts and turnover, human resources challenges, budgets, certification and credentialing, and compensation and benefits. Book Publications Little Big Fact Book: The 2019 Essential Guide to School Nutrition SNA’s Little Big Fact Book is a valuable, easy-to-use reference booklet with critical information about school nutrition programs in a compact resource. It features facts about the federal programs, USDA Foods, the school market and a variety of hot topics. It is designed to assist foodservice directors/managers, school administrators, foodservice brokers, marketing/sales teams, state/national legislators and the media understand the complex school nutrition business. School Nutrition Operations Report: The State of School Nutrition 2018 The 2018 report benchmarks operational practices of school nutrition programs. The report includes information on meal prices, participation rates, lunch and breakfast venues, nutrition education initiatives, food and beverage trend as well as plans related to construction and equipment purchases from more than 1,500 school nutrition directors. The Executive Summary of the report is available for free to SNA members. School Nutrition Specialist Credentialing Exam Study Guide – 2019 Edition The purpose of this study guide is to help you prepare and assess your readiness for the School Nutrition Specialist (SNS) credentialing exam. Individuals who earn the SNS credential demonstrate the knowledge and competencies necessary to manage school nutrition programs in today’s challenging climate. Note: Using this study guide alone will not guarantee passing the SNS exam. The guide will direct you to content and resources that will help you prepare. School Food and Nutrition Service Management for the 21st Century – 6th Edition Authors: Dot Pannell-Martin & Julie A Boettger The 6th Edition of this comprehensive textbook, is the go-to reference book for those working in the field of school nutrition. The book is a key resource for SNS exam preparation, and includes chapters on current regulations, financial management, menu planning and nutrition, human resources, equipment and facilities planning, procurement, production management, food safety, technology and marketing. Each chapter opens with a story from a school nutrition practitioner describing how the subject applies to their career. Please be aware of the latest regulatory guidance for procurement and nutrition standards, as some elements of the 6th edition of the book are outdated. SNS Study Guide & SFN Service Management Bundle Special Offer: SNA is offering a members-only SNS preparation bundle, which includes both the School Nutrition Specialist Credentialing Exam Study Guide – 2015 Edition and the School Food and Nutrition Service Management for the 21st Century – 6th Edition. This special offer is available to SNA Members only for $118 (Non-members $147)Using the SNA study guide alone and reading the book will not guarantee passing the SNS exam. The resources direct you to content and resources that will help you prepare. If preparing for the SNS exam, please be aware of the latest regulatory guidance for procurement and nutrition standards, as some elements of the book are outdated. Measure of Excellence The History of the School Nutrition Association, 1988-2008 Chronicles the history of the Association from its move from Denver to the Washington, DC, area in 1988 to the present-day drive for uniform, national school nutrition standards. Written by Patrick White. Well Done! School Nutrition Professionals Put Wellness Policies to Work A compilation of examples of school nutrition programs and their allies in the school and community who have used their Local School Wellness policy to make positive changes to their school environment. Planning & Designing Innovative and Modern School Kitchens and Dining Rooms Authors: Diane Schweitzer, PhD, CFSP, FMP, RN, SNS This book provides a thorough overview of school foodservice facilities and explores how design can be applied effectively to meet current operational necessities and student demands.Published in 2010, the book can be purchased through Amazon.com Pinch of Love: The History of the American School Food Service Association, 1946-1987, Third Edition Captures the origins of school feeding initiatives, the National School Lunch Program and the establishment of the American School Food Service Association. Written by Jay Caton