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Welcome! The ABCs of School Nutrition Program supports school nutrition programs by providing training, resources, and tailored technical assistance to Illinois school nutrition professionals. On our blog, you'll find a variety success stories from schools around Illinois who have worked with us on Smarter Lunchroom initiatives, Breakfast After the Bell, and more! We also highlight School Nutrition Heroes who are committed to serving healthy meals and our winning Meal of the Month photo contest entries. To navigate, feel free to scroll through the posts, or narrow it down by selecting relevant categories (displayed on the right side of the page). Have a question? Choose the "ASK A SCHOOL NUTRITION QUESTION" category to get to the pinned post.

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  • Smarter Lunchroom Success: Otter Creek Elementary School

    Smarter Lunchrooms in Action

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    ABCs of School Nutrition staff have been working with Otter Creek Elementary School in Elgin to integrate Smarter Lunchroom principles. They are currently implementing 37 Smarter Lunchroom best practices!

    Check out their milk coolers and chocies -- Otter Creek offers a variety of milk with at least 1/3 of all options being available in unflavored form!

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