USDA & ICN Resources Resources & Tools at Your FingertipsUSDA Resources USDA Food and Nutrition Service The following information and resources are available on USDA FNS website: National School Lunch Program Info & Fact Sheet School Breakfast Program Info & Fact Sheet School Meal Safety USDA Foods Info & Toolkit Tools for Schools Tools for Schools offers topic-specific policy and resource materials to assist schools in meeting the new nutrition standards. Refer to the latest regulations, find free nutrition education curricula, or get ideas for adding tasty, kid-friendly foods to enhance your school meals program. Team Nutrition Team Nutrition supports child nutrition programs with training and technical assistance, nutrition education for children, and school and community support for healthy eating and physical activity. ChooseMyPlate.gov USDA provides guidance related to nutrition requirements for school meals and competitive foods, as well as provides MyPlate nutrition education resources. ICN Resources Institute of Child Nutrition The Institute of Child Nutrition provides access to education and training materials, research, and other resources: eLearning Portal Popular Resources for School Nutrition Programs Partner ResearchA number of allied organizations produce studies and resources on various issues and trends that affect the school nutrition profession. Links and any downloadable materials can be found on this portal page. Natural Resources Defense Council Wasting Less Food in K-12 Settings: Best Practices for Success Food Waste Action Plan for Minneapolis Schools