EAST ST. LOUIS – Between preparing healthy food, adhering to strict nutrition standards, navigating student food allergies, and offering service with a smile, East St. Louis School District 189 nutrition professionals have a lot on their plate. To celebrate their hard work and commitment, East St. Louis schools will celebrate School Lunch Hero Day on May 6. This day, celebrated annually since 2013, was designated by The School Nutrition Association and Jarrett Krosoczka, author of the “Lunch Lady” graphic novel series. School Lunch Hero Day provides an opportunity for parents, students, school staff and communities to thank those who provide healthy meals to nearly 30 million of America’s students each school day. All across the school district, school nutrition professionals will be honored and recognized from students, school staff, parents, and the community. “School nutrition employees must balance many roles and follow numerous federal, state
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