Pass the SNS Credentialing Exam Tracie Middleton, SNS Sue Watrous, SNS Jason Whipple, SNS MichelleRosenthal, SNS Geraldo Torres, SNS Florence Selin, SNS ReganKiembock, SNS Dana Burton, SNS Ruth Conner, SNS Rosemarie Hanson, SNS Theresa Hopper, SNS Bridget O'Brien-Wood, SNS Christian Renken, SNS Jean Jordan-Ecker, SNS Julie Raway, SNS Renee Hanks, SNS Debbi Beauvais, SNS Lisa Ostrowski, SNS Margaret Sullivan, SNS Norma Zeller, SNS Susan Beaudry, SNS Lisa Spivak, SNS ® Caitlin Lazarski, SNS Dawn Parsons, SNS Scott Stowell, SNS PatrickWalsh, SNS Lisa Zdenek, SNS Colleen Rielly, SNS CraigWhitcomb, SNS Tami Augugliaro, SNS Mark Bordeau, SNS Sandra Cocca, SNS Mark Hicks, SNS Gregory Elliott, SNS
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Jo Ann Ackerman, SNS Craig Orvis, SNS Brenda Patrzalek, SNS Karen Bronson-Clark, SNS Patricia Daley-Jimenez, SNS KathleenGarrant, SNS Elena Lynch-Dobert, SNS Linda Mossop, SNS Janet Sklar, SNS BrianWright, SNS WilliamWhitcomb, SNS Caitlin Lazarski, SNS Aligned with USDA Professional Standards
“This year I had the distinct privilege of attending the SNA Legislative Action Conference. What an amazing and empowering conference. Although this year was completely virtual it did not lack in information, knowledge and even Matthew McConaughey as a surprise guest speaker.
Provides formal recognition of professional achievement in the four key areas of USDA Professional Standards Increases knowledge and skills to manage a complex foodservice program Enhances career opportunity Improves credibility with peers, school district administrators and the general public ng Exam evaluates candidates’ knowledge and skills required to perform specific job activities or directing school nutrition programs. T e SNS Exam is based on four key areas that are the essional Standards and SNA’s professional development programming. e a School Nutrition Specialist (SNS)? s a mark of excellence and achievement that reflects what it takes to run a successful school today’s challenging climate.
“This year was my first year attending LAC. I am so glad that I chose to attend
After attending this conference, I am excited for the future of school nutrition Nationally and within New York State. I hope to be able to attend this conference again one day in person.”
Dawn Parsons, SNS Scott Stowell, SNS PatrickWalsh, SNS Lisa Zdenek, SNS Colleen Rielly, SNS CraigWhitcomb, SNS Tami Augugliaro, SNS Mark Bordeau, SNS Sandra Cocca, SNS Mark Hicks, SNS Gregory Elliott, SNS Tracie Middleton, SNS Sue Watrous, SNS Jason Whipple, SNS MichelleRosenthal, SNS Geraldo Torres, SNS Choose a date to take the SNS Credentialing Exam from the list of available exam dates and locations 3.
each and every one of the sessions. It was so enlightening to hear what other states are doing and how they are advocating for both students and school nutrition programs alike. I enjoyed meeting with legislators and talking about
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how their voices could help make an impact on local school nutrition programs. I can’t wait to attend next year and help move our industry forward.”
Meet the academic, key area, and work experience requirements to apply to take the SNS Credentialing Exam (see back for details)
Submit completed application and college transcripts / diploma to SNA
-Tracie Middleton, SNS Bolivar-Richburg CSD
- Megan Beck , Guilderland CSD
“[The SNS Credential] shows to my colleagues my commitment to continuing education in my field, so that I can be that trusted expert to turn to.” —Jeremy West, CDM, SNS, Nutrition Services Director, Greeley-Evans School District 6, Greeley, CO
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