Fresh Bites Spring Edition 2021

COMMITTEES Professional Development SNS TESTIMONIALS

The SNS credential does make you stand out among your peers. It can give you and edge when searching for a new position in school foodservice. Lisa Zdenek, SNS Sachem CSD

I was skeptical about taking the credentialing exam... why do I have to prove to anyone that I am knowledgeable and proficient in my profession? Well I decided to go ahead and test my knowledge just for my own satisfaction. I did prepare by studying the recommended material provided. Well turns out there was a lot of information that I had forgotten or never really knew. I was thrilled when I received my SNS credential not just for my own satisfaction, but I was unexpectedly recognized by my board for the accomplishment as well. I recommend pursuing the SNS credential to my Child Nutrition colleagues, I am glad that I did. Bridget O’Brien, SNS Bualo City Schools

My interest first peaked in the School Nutrition Specialist credentialing program several years ago while attending the

Managing Your Child Nutrition Program in Verona, NY. Some of the wonderful trainers there had those credentials. I wanted to obtain knowledge and competency for my own program. I first obtained my Level 4 Certificate in School Nutrition from SNA and decided to apply for the School Nutrition Specialist exam. The assistance and

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If for nothing else, do it for yourself! It not only gives one a sense of satisfaction and pride, but can add the extra boost needed in furthering one’s career. Jo Ann Ackerman, SNS Personal Touch Food Service

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support that I received from the Program Coordinator; Derrick White from SNA was outstanding. He assisted with my application process and all that is required with it, both times. I did not pass the first time I took the exam. I made a dedication to attempt it again and passed!

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When I first started in the school nutrition field, I was working with an amazing group of established professionals. After joining the NYSNA and then the SNA. I wanted to challenge myself to become stronger teammember. I had to earn my seat at the table with everyone. There was no one in my region credentialed yet, I was the first to take the SNS exam. I was a Food Service Supervisor at the time. Having my SNS credentials enabled me to standout at promotion time and allowed me to become a School Lunch Director. Patrick Walsh, SNS Broome-Tioga BOCES

I work for a small school district, and I want to be someone who is dedicated and educated in my profession. I am truly grateful for the opportunity to obtain the School Nutrition Specialist credential, and for all of the information and training that

When you have the ability to place SNS after your name you stand out as someone that is committed to your profession. It gives you confidence that you are a specialist in your field. You have proven your knowledge. I received a recognition award for earning my SNS frommy employer at the time and on it is written: "The strength of your achievement if rooted in the depth of your passion.” Tami Augugliaro, SNS Lancaster CSD

is provided by the New York School Nutrition Association, and School Nutrition Association. Sue Watrous, SNS Clymer CSD

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I took the SNS exam because I wanted to be the best I could be (challenge myself), and give our community confidence that our school lunch program was in the hands of

As a School Nutrition Specialist (SNS) for over 10 years now, this title has been a valuable stepping-stone in my career. We know the important role that a Food Service Department has within a school district and having people in the team with SNS credentials demonstrates to the district and the community you serve, your credibility and commitment to your craft. I always refer to the K-12 Food Service field as the hidden gem within the multitude of career opportunities in the Food Service Industry. Having the SNS credentials lends credence to the love of the work we do to serve our students in our schools and our community. Geraldo Torres, SNS Rush-Henrietta CSD

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'trained professionals'. Becoming SNS certified seemed the best way to accomplish those things. Brenda Patrzalek, SNS Williamson CSD

I enjoyed the preparation to take the SNS exam. It reinforced my current knowledge and taught me more about Child Nutrition. Like any further education or degree, the School Nutrition Specialist

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I viewmy SNS as a standard of identity. Achieving it, signifies a level of proficiency in the field of Child Nutrition and a designation to offer the public faith and trust in the operation of the National School Meals program. Patricia Daley–Jimenez, SNS Great Neck CSD

As a 20+ year veteran of child nutrition there wasn’t much I had not accomplished. Achieving the SNS certification offered a tangiblemeasure of the professional knowledge and passion I have for child nutrition. Greg Elliott, SNS GST BOCES

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credential is a symbol of your commitment to learning. Ruth Conner, SNS Williamsville CSD

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