Classes

Registration is now open for the next ODE Virtual Culinary Training:

Oregon Cooks for Kids — Romaine Calm and Keep Cooking Virtual Culinary Training on October, 21 at 2:00

https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_AhlSbi7EQ-eirNJucZOWaQ

Join us for a virtual culinary experience with Chef Jessica. School and child nutrition professionals across Oregon are invited to an hour of inspiration on Thursday, October 21 at 2:00. Watch or cook along with Jessica as she prepares easy, tasty recipes that meet Child Nutrition Program guidelines. Participants will receive fun tips to keep kids coming back for more meals. We are including your ideas from the previous evaluations and surveys!

Training Title: Leveraging USDA Foods When Facing an Unreliable Supply Chain

One of the many challenges school nutrition programs are facing this year is supply chain issues. The resulting unavailability of key menu ingredients can throw off production and forecasting efforts. Certain USDA Foods are proving to be regularly available, offering menu planners a reliable source of products. Learn how to leverage your access to USDA Foods to keep your menus set as planned. Our panel of speakers will discuss currently available USDA Foods that are less likely to be impacted by supply chain issues, creative menu planning for utilizing what is available, and menu concepts and recipes featuring readily available products that are easy to prepare.

Time

Sept. 30, 2021 01:00-2:30 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)

Panelists

• Chris Facha, USDA Food Program Administrator, ODE Child Nutrition Programs  
• Anne Leavens, Nutrition Services Supervisor, Central Point SD 6
• Chef Garrett Berdan, RDN, Education and Training Specialist, the Culinary Institute of Child Nutrition

Participants that attend will earn 1.5 CEUs for USDA Professional Standards.

Register in advance for this meeting:

https://www.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/vJIsceigrjIuHdGWJUmKM8Qw8eE_gH6Hbxw 

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Please join us on May 5^th for the Nourish Myself….Thyme for Me live webinar with Dayle Hayes, MS, RDN and Chef Brenda Wattles, RDN. There is no charge for this hour of inspiration, cooking demonstrations and appreciation for child nutrition professionals in the Western Region. The recipes have been specially selected to be delicious, affordable and easy to prepare at home. Plus, the recipes are available in quantity and credited versions for use in your child nutrition programs. Attendees will receive a Certificate of Completion for 1.0 SNA Credit. Register now: https://bit.ly/3sUS9WH. 

Nourish Myself…Thyme for Me Webinar

Download the Registration Form today to reserve your space!