Heads up for schools looking to onboard food programs and apply as School Food Authorities (SFA’s) or Recipient Agencies. The enrollment period for the School Lunch Program is open.

The good news is that the Community Eligibility Provision threshold has recently been reduced to 25%. This means that a wider range of schools may now qualify. Now’s the time to take advantage of the opportunity to join this valuable program.

Learn more and apply by visiting https://www.cn.nysed.gov/. The deadline for applications is June 30. SMS is here to help with your application process; reach out to us at info@smsny.net.

FFVP is a fantastic initiative aimed at providing children in participating elementary schools with free fresh fruits and vegetables. Schools interested in learning more about this enriching program can find more details and the application process online. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your students’ health and learning experience!

This training aims to equip applicants planning to participate in this summer’s Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) with the necessary knowledge and tools to successfully implement the program. SFSP is a federally funded, state-administered program providing free meals and snacks to children from low-income households during the summer months when school is not in session.

Attendance at the training is mandatory for both new and returning sponsors. Make sure to mark your calendars and prepare for an informative training session. Register here:

February 2024: Upcoming Deadlines & Reminders

February 28 – Conduct the 3rd Direct Certification Matching Process (DCMP)

Schools must complete the third DCMP of the school year by February 28. Remember to document the results for compliance purposes.

Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) Enrollment Period

SFSP enrollment will be open from February 1st through May 1st. We highly recommend enrolling as soon as possible, as applications will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis.

SFSP Training Sessions

The SED and the Agudah are working together to organize both online and in-person SFSP trainings. Stay tuned for more details.

As always, please reach out with any questions. We’re just a call or email away.

The SMS Team