Friday Focus
April 14, 2023
SCHOOL NUTRITION NEWSLETTER
Message from the Director
What a gorgeous week this was! Spring is the perfect time to plan a garden. Do you know how many health benefits are associated with easy to grow celery? Top five benefits include supporting heart health and lowering cholesterol, improving digestive health, helping arthritis with anti-inflammatory properties, maintaining blood glucose levels and improving memory and cognitive function associated with aging. Celery has its earliest mention in Homer's ancient Greek poem about the Trojan War, The Iliad, where "horses grazed on wild celery growing in the marshes of Troy." In ancient Greece, celery leaves were used as garlands for the dead and to make wreaths or crowns that were given to winners of battles. We proudly feature this humble, crunchy vegetable on our K-12 menus and I hope it becomes a staple in your home, too.
With gratitude,
Kathy
happy 280th birthday!
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Agriculture News
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2022-23 Calendar
May 5, 2023 - School Lunch Hero Day!
May 25, 2023 - Half Day K-12 (Regular Work Day), Last Day of School
May 26, 2023 - Regular Work Day, Close Kitchens
May 30, 2023 - Summer Food Service Program Begins
August 14, 2023 - First Day Back to Work; Mandatory Back to School Workshop
August 15, 2023 - Regular Work Day, Open Kitchens
August 16, 2023 - First Day of School
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