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Wednesday, June 24
 

10:40am MDT

Student Voice in School Food Choice
Wednesday June 24, 2026 10:40am - 12:30pm MDT
Gathering student feedback is essential for developing healthy and appealing school meals. This input is crucial for creating new recipes that align with current youth trends and preferences, and ultimately encouraging student participation in the school meal programs by fostering a sense of ownership. Join us to discuss how students can be involved in the menu planning, development, & evaluation process.
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Rachel Ariaz

School Nutrition Program Specialist, Montana Office of Public Instruction
Rachael is a School Nutrition Program Specialist with the Office of Public Instruction. She graduated from Montana State University with a B.S. in Food & Nutrition. Rachel has worked a variety of jobs related to food, education, and social work. Some of her favorite opportunities... Read More →
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Ryan Beaudoin

Executive Chef & Culinary Educator
Ryan holds a Bachelor of Science in Food Service Management and an Associate of Science in Culinary Arts from Johnson & Wales University. He is completing his Master of Science in Dietetics at the University of Vermont, with a concentration in School Nutrition, expected May 2026. Ryan... Read More →
Wednesday June 24, 2026 10:40am - 12:30pm MDT
Bighorn

1:30pm MDT

USDA & DOD Fresh & Sensational Salad Bars
Wednesday June 24, 2026 1:30pm - 3:30pm MDT
Join Erin Benson and as we present USDA foods, DOD fresh and Sensational Salad Bars. See what is coming next year for USDA Foods, how to order USDA foods, what you can order through DOD fresh and how to set up a visually appealing salad bar. Ask questions and share advice in this entertaining workshop. Will have a panel of Food Service Directors. If you are a new food service director, you will not want to miss this class.
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Erin Benson

Food Distribution Manager for School Nutrition Programs, Montana Office of Public Instruction
Erin is the Food Distribution Manager for School Nutrition Programs at the Montana Office of Public Instruction, where she oversees the ordering and delivery of USDA Foods and USDA DoD Fresh to sponsors of the National School Lunch Program.  Prior to coming to OPI, she worked in... Read More →
Wednesday June 24, 2026 1:30pm - 3:30pm MDT
Bighorn
 
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