TASN AUGUST UPDATE

In this update:

2024 PCS & Annual Conference
SNA Recognition
2024-2025 Call for Nominations
Education & Certification Opportunities

WELCOME BACK!

Hi Texas Assoc.,

By now you've welcomed students back to your schools and cafeterias and are busy feeding the children of Texas. We hope your new year is off to a great start. Thank you so much for the vital work you do every single day.

Take a look below at what's happening at TASN. From upcoming events and a membership drive to education and certification opportunities, it's a great time to get more involved with your organization. We can't wait to see you there!

UPCOMING TASN EVENTS

2024 TASN PARTNERSHIP COLLABORATION SUMMIT (PCS)

January 29-31, 2024 | Horseshoe Bay Resort

Mark your calendar to join us at beautiful Horseshoe Bay Resort for this two-day, collaborative event connecting K-12 child nutrition decision-makers with industry partners. The TASN PCS is a unique opportunity for in-depth discussions, training, and future planning. Registration for this year's Mardi Gras-themed event will open in mid-September.

2024 ANNUAL CONFERENCE

June 29 – July 2, 2024 | San Antonio

We know the school year has just started and next summer feels like a distant dream, but we're already hard at work planning the TASN 70th Annual Conference just for you! Mark your calendars for this groovy conference – you won't want to miss it. Stay tuned for details.

MEMBERSHIP NEWS

TASN PRESIDENT-ELECT LACY WILLEY

HONORED AS SNA DIRECTOR OF THE YEAR

A huge congratulations to Lacy Willey, Director of Child Nutrition at Cleveland ISD, for receiving national recognition as the Texas Child Nutrition Director of the year.

Read more here!

CALL FOR NOMINATIONS

Your organization + your leadership =

everyone’s success!

The TASN Nominating Committee needs the membership to help in identifying potential Committee Chairs, Area Representatives, and candidates for elected office.

The following positions will be on the ballot for the 2024-2025 TASN election:

Vice President

Membership Chair

Education Chair

Chair of Area Representatives

Area 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, and 12 Reps

Nomination Form

Nomination Deadline: September 15

FALL MEMBERSHIP DRIVE STARTS SEPTEMBER 1

Grow your chapter and win!

For every three (3) people you recruit to be members, your name will be entered into a drawing that will take place on TASN Facebook Live.

You could win: $100.00 cash prize, free membership for the next year, and recognition at the 2024 TASN Annual Conference.

Membership Forms

CONTINUING EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION OPPORTUNITIES

UPCOMING CLASS SCHEDULE

For more than 30 years, TASN has undertaken a certification program to help school nutrition professionals continue their education, reach career goals, and demonstrate achievements.

Our program improves the value of service to school children, enhances members' earning potential, and expands career development.

CLASS SCHEDULE

Sheldon ISD - October 21, 2023 & October 28, 2023

Aldine ISD - November 4, 2023 & November 11, 2023

Sheldon ISD - January 27, 2024 & February 3, 2024

Aldine ISD - February 24, 2024 & March 2, 2024

Klein ISD - April 6, 2024 & April 13, 2024

Galena Park ISD - April 20, 2024 & April 27, 2024

Contact Eric Vicharelli, TASN Education & Training Specialist, if you have questions or are interested in teaching a course in your district or ESC.

DID YOU KNOW?

TASN EWS

Keep up to date with your association by reading the TASNews, your member magazine, available to read or download here.

The fall issue of the TASNews will be published October 15, and we are accepting submissions for the fall issue from now until September 1.

AUGUST IS NATIONAL PEACH MONTH

Peaches are a good source of vitamins C and K, which your body uses to heal wounds. Vitamin E boosts your immune system and helps your eyes and skin stay healthy. Small amounts of zinc are also good in helping your thyroid work, in addition to helping your vision.