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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260622T130000Z
DTEND:20260622T220000Z
SUMMARY:Registration Check-In
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:
LOCATION:Lobby\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260622T150000Z
DTEND:20260622T230000Z
SUMMARY:Nutrition 101 - 8 Hour - Pre-registration Required
DESCRIPTION:This training provides a basic overview of nutrition with an emphasis on the importance of balance in daily food choices and the inclusion of physical activity as a key component to good health. The training incorporates a variety of learning activities including short physical activity boosters.
CATEGORIES:8 HOUR BREAKOUT SESSION
LOCATION:Stillwater\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/c81388ba4e683d5b3ad51dd3a4415703
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DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260622T150000Z
DTEND:20260622T230000Z
SUMMARY:ServSafe - 8 hour - Pre-registration Required
DESCRIPTION:The ServSafe Food Protection Manager workshop is an 8-hour sessions that includes review\, study\, and testing. This class is designed for first-time and recertifying participants.&nbsp\;
CATEGORIES:8 HOUR BREAKOUT SESSION
LOCATION:Bighorn\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/3c62ae691fa341aa51607aeb8461f254
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DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260622T190000Z
DTEND:20260622T230000Z
SUMMARY:Comprehensive Overview of School Nutrition Programs
DESCRIPTION:This class is good for new directors\, managers\, or head cooks looking to learn or hear a refresher on all school nutrition program requirements. This class will cover the program requirements\, documentation\, and annual checklist of activities. Taught by our OPI team! Bring your questions.
CATEGORIES:4 HOUR BREAKOUT SESSION
LOCATION:Boulder\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/1b332f85d7be237c12c95e4356f0fa56
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DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260622T190000Z
DTEND:20260622T230000Z
SUMMARY:CPR & 1st Aid Certification - Pre-registration Required
DESCRIPTION:Learn what you need to know to give immediate care to a suddenly injured or ill person until more advanced medical personnel arrive and take over. Be prepared for a wide range of emergencies in your personal or professional life.
CATEGORIES:4 HOUR BREAKOUT SESSION
LOCATION:Gardner B\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/f73337eeb8f1aae3b7f9d9c2282b0ceb
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DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260622T190000Z
DTEND:20260622T230000Z
SUMMARY:Cuisine Around the World Culinary Workshop - Pre-registration Required
DESCRIPTION:Expand your and your students palettes with this culinary experience. Join Alex Nguyen\, Box Elder FSD\, and Molly Stenberg for this hands-on exploration of Birria and Mexican cuisines to be used in your lunchroom.&nbsp\;
CATEGORIES:4 HOUR BREAKOUT SESSION
LOCATION:Off-Site\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/4827a488bbded22ac86ae94fa1a04cd0
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DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260622T190000Z
DTEND:20260622T230000Z
SUMMARY:Diggin in Deep - Direct Cert App & Beyond
DESCRIPTION:Determining Officials from all public\, private\, and CEP schools will love this course that will cover the What\, Why\, When and How of DCA - one of your two required systems for operation of the National School Lunch Program! There' is a wealth of information and functionality in the Direct Certification Application. It's very important to use it correctly to minimize your and your families' workloads\, assure students are provided their correct benefit issuance for free or reduced meals\, and assist with verification requirements. We will take you through all of the information available to you in DCA and the business processes and timing that optimize the functionality within DCA. We will walk through the technical steps and explanations to give you a fuller understanding of what the system does for you\, and the easiest way for you to process students in DCA\, FRAPP\, and exports to your POS and FRAM uploads.
CATEGORIES:4 HOUR BREAKOUT SESSION
LOCATION:Gardner A\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/7bd056583587d47d068381328167959c
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DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260622T190000Z
DTEND:20260622T230000Z
SUMMARY:Farm 2 School Tour - Pre-registration Required
DESCRIPTION:Meet bus outside the hotel at 1:00 sharp. Travel to Swanky Roots and Township Road Farm
CATEGORIES:4 HOUR BREAKOUT SESSION
LOCATION:Off-Site - Bus provided\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/95ea9b448535dca48e61514dd8305e5c
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DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260622T190000Z
DTEND:20260622T230000Z
SUMMARY:Muddy Hands & Wildflower Bouquets
DESCRIPTION:The world expressed collective shock back in 2005 when researcher Richard Louv revealed that today's children can recognize thousands of corporate logos without being able to identify a single plant. In a world where an entire childhood may pass without any muddy hands\, wildflower bouquets\, or sun-warmed skin\, we must help children and families reconnect with the natural world by building relationships with the plants and wildlife all around us. Join Linda and Luke Black Elk as they lead you on a native plant walk and provide strategies for relationship-building in a world that has\, in many cases\, forgotten their non-human relatives.&nbsp\;
CATEGORIES:4 HOUR BREAKOUT SESSION
LOCATION:Yellowstone\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/664683ada4d8b4fc88259e39798be1d3
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260622T190000Z
DTEND:20260622T230000Z
SUMMARY:ServSafe 4 hour - Pre-registration Required
DESCRIPTION:The five sections are Basic Food Safety\, Personal Hygiene\, Cross-contamination and Allergens\, Time and Temperature\, and Cleaning and Sanitation are covered in this course. This course is somewhat interactive with games and participation\, not just sitting and listening for 4 hours. This course will help you to better understand the requirements of daily food prep\, cleaning and regulations in your kitchen. An assessment with certificate of completion is included.
CATEGORIES:4 HOUR BREAKOUT SESSION
LOCATION:Gardner C\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/6126b32bc95f43fefb147f1ce60965cc
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DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260622T210000Z
DTEND:20260622T223000Z
SUMMARY:Buyers Only Vendor Show
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:VENDOR SHOW
LOCATION:Missouri Conference Center\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/b181f1393e18d709ed6594cd8d68e348
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DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260622T230000Z
DTEND:20260623T003000Z
SUMMARY:Vendor Show - All welcome
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:VENDOR SHOW
LOCATION:Missouri Conference Center\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/871f7080571bf6070793196cca1aed11
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DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260623T130000Z
DTEND:20260623T140000Z
SUMMARY:Registration Check-In
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:
LOCATION:Lobby\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/b8a3d03332f3ab466e8d6b29ffdcf4d8
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DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260623T131500Z
DTEND:20260623T134500Z
SUMMARY:First Timers Class
DESCRIPTION:ABSOLUTE MUST FOR FIRST TIMERS! Join past MTSNA President and Professional Development Chair\, Patrice O’Loughlin\, for a fun\, engaging overview of the MTSNA Conference. Learn about critical classes\, meet new friends and HAVE FUN! Enhance your professional image and add credibility to your position and your school’s program. This class will provide a career ladder you can use to advance in the field and stay current on job-related issues. It’s not as scary as you think! WE WILL SIT WITH YOU!!!
CATEGORIES:
LOCATION:Gardner A\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/6e08d2eb17551b3eb922c66ac9ba7983
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260623T140000Z
DTEND:20260623T151000Z
SUMMARY:Welcome & Organization Updates
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:GENERAL SESSION
LOCATION:Missouri Conference Center\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/de73718527809462faf488207e8f9a76
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260623T151000Z
DTEND:20260623T152500Z
SUMMARY:Stretch Break - Led by Mountain Land Physical Therapy
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:BREAK
LOCATION:Missouri Conference Center\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/0f4c7b838aa9d304a8df35ee2ddb2976
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260623T152500Z
DTEND:20260623T164500Z
SUMMARY:Food As Medicine
DESCRIPTION:“Food is Medicine” has become a really common phrase\, but how seriously are we supposed to take this mantra? Join Luke and Linda Black Elk for a discussion about common “Edible medicinals” - plants that heal us as they nourish us. Participants will also have the opportunity to make their own all-indigenous spice blend to take home!&nbsp\;
CATEGORIES:GENERAL SESSION
LOCATION:Missouri Conference Center\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/87a110f34834c3c8f9c418a5dfdbc60a
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260623T164500Z
DTEND:20260623T170000Z
SUMMARY:Break
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:BREAK
LOCATION:Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/afaa889f696b498505ac2486890d0b66
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DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260623T170000Z
DTEND:20260623T180000Z
SUMMARY:Baker Boy - Whole Grain Baking Techniques
DESCRIPTION:John Morgan will present different baking techniques using whole grain doughs. John has created multiple baking guidelines which will help walk our customers through the baking process. His 1-2-3 step process will help simplify the overall baking experience.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:Bitterroot\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/a3926dd519c6860904b17303c195599f
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DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260623T170000Z
DTEND:20260623T180000Z
SUMMARY:Bridging the Hunger Gap: BackPack & School Pantry
DESCRIPTION:When school is out for the week\, students who depend on school meals may face gaps in access to nutritious food. That’s where Montana Food Bank Network’s Child Nutrition Programs make a meaningful difference. Join us to learn more about the BackPack Program\, designed to support elementary students\, and the School Pantry Program\, tailored for middle and high schools.&nbsp\;
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:Gardner B\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
UID:c9bb63835c3af282d3b7b95167e63dbd
URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/c9bb63835c3af282d3b7b95167e63dbd
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260623T170000Z
DTEND:20260623T180000Z
SUMMARY:Farm to School 101
DESCRIPTION:If you've never heard of Farm to School or know very little about what it is\, come join us. This F2S introduction will explain the basics and give examples of what you can do in your school.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:Parlor Room\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/d8dc8f4918a90fb1750896b828f627a8
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260623T170000Z
DTEND:20260623T180000Z
SUMMARY:Free/Reduced Application Verification Process
DESCRIPTION:Learn the process of conducting required annual verification of free/reduced meal applications. Verification is the process to verify household income and check for direct certification. Walk away with the knowledge and resources available to ensure your district is accurately completing the annual verification process.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:Bighorn\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/382ad09974e011197f070fba65401b4d
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260623T170000Z
DTEND:20260623T180000Z
SUMMARY:Fresh Fruit & Vegetable Program
DESCRIPTION:Interested in bringing the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP) to your school? Join the FFVP Manager for this informative session to learn about the application process and the essential steps for running a successful program. Bring a laptop and receive assistance with your FFVP application in MAPS.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:Yellowstone\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/85b8e1c663264945c63b6a45ed71923b
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260623T170000Z
DTEND:20260623T180000Z
SUMMARY:Healthy Pro - Smarter Menu Planning Made Easy
DESCRIPTION:Join Health-e Pro and School Services of Montana for a practical look at how Health-e Pro’s Menu Planning and Production modules help save time\, reduce costs\, and support compliance. As a proud partner of Premier and US Foods\, Health-e Pro offers menu planning software at no cost to members of the School Services of Montana Food Co-op. From Buy American documentation to sodium updates\, ingredient changes\, and new milk regulations\, Health-e Pro gives you the tools and documentation you need to keep up with changing requirements.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:Gardner A\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/19a5c8c286307490dcaed66bf04f2848
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DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260623T170000Z
DTEND:20260623T180000Z
SUMMARY:Increase Efficiency & Quality with a Combi Oven
DESCRIPTION:We will educate the audience about combi oven technology and how it can save time\, increase productivity\, improve quality and consistency and save money.&nbsp\;
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:Gardner C\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/fa912868e4eb7280b003bbba84af3d36
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DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260623T170000Z
DTEND:20260623T180000Z
SUMMARY:Safety in the Kitchen is Always on the Menu
DESCRIPTION:Join Brenda and Annette as they discuss the hazards reported throughout the years and walk you through ways to prevent injury and maintain safety in our kitchens.&nbsp\;
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:Stillwater\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
UID:e6acccfff2d20b5b670384f6736551d5
URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/e6acccfff2d20b5b670384f6736551d5
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DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260623T170000Z
DTEND:20260623T180000Z
SUMMARY:The Montana Menu Makeover: Built by You\, Backed by Research
DESCRIPTION:Ever find yourself thinking\, “There has to be an easier way?” You’re not alone. Based on YOUR survey feedback\, MT-PECH partnered with 10 Montana Dietetics Internship graduate students and their expert supervisors to design a practical\, creative\, and 2027-regulation-ready cycle menu for Montana schools. The result? A menu built to improve kitchen efficiency\, lower food costs while still using more Montana foods\, meet new sugar and sodium guidelines\, all while keeping student favorites and your creativity front and center. Join us for the big reveal of the Montana Cyce Menu\, along with taste tests of some brand-new Montana-grown food recipes. We’ll walk you through the survey results\, explain why cycle menus matter when it comes to lowering your food costs\, share key considerations for choosing your cycle length\, show you exactly how we got here and demonstrate how you can still use your own creativity and include your own recipes. If you’ve been waiting for a smarter\, simpler approach to menu planning and lowering your food costs — this is the session you don’t want to miss.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:Boulder\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/9a495dca13e1e0a01eb28ae2ff713953
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DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260623T180000Z
DTEND:20260623T190000Z
SUMMARY:Lunch
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:BREAK
LOCATION:Missouri Conference Center\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/e72ee8986be0af1dc41bec477034ca7f
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DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260623T190000Z
DTEND:20260623T230000Z
SUMMARY:Cooking with Commodities Culinary Workshop - Pre-registration Required
DESCRIPTION:Stuck for an idea on how to use your commodities? Wondering how commodities work? Looking for easy standardized recipes that your kiddos will love? Come take this awesome class! Recipes will be provided along with meal pattern updates.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:Off-Site\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/51f521d5b2dbafef4207d8c619c890f7
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DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260623T190000Z
DTEND:20260623T210000Z
SUMMARY:Expand Your Reach with Summer Non-Congregate Meals
DESCRIPTION:Hear first-hand from first year sponsors on how they met the challenge to adopt non-congregate meals to feed more kiddos in their community along with other sponsors who explored the flexibilities of bulk distribution\, home delivery and multi-day weekend boxes.&nbsp\;
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:Gardner B\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/eac7f1d9788b1a1a19fdbb85b6406807
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260623T190000Z
DTEND:20260623T230000Z
SUMMARY:Farm 2 School Tour - Repeat - Pre-registration Required
DESCRIPTION:Meet bus outside the hotel at 1:00 sharp. Travel to Drange Apiary and Oswald Farms.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:Off-Site - Bus provided\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/6b9c4844f492d74891ff5d2be2d77950
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260623T190000Z
DTEND:20260623T210000Z
SUMMARY:HACCP & Health Inspections
DESCRIPTION:Co-presented by OPI School Nutrition staff and DPHHS Public Health Sanitarian\, Kira Flagstead. This session will outline what sanitarians look for during school kitchen inspections and how food service teams can best prepare. Drawing on her regulatory experience\, and her personal connection to school nutrition through her mother’s longtime work as a school cafeteria manager\, she offers practical guidance for maintaining safe\, compliant operations.&nbsp\;
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:Bighorn\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/8805984043b56fa23b9745b7984eed93
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260623T190000Z
DTEND:20260623T210000Z
SUMMARY:Indigenous-Foods Cooking Demonstration
DESCRIPTION:Join Chef Luke Black Elk (Lakota) for a hands-on\, Indigenous-foods cooking demonstration. Luke will be utilizing common Indigenous ingredients to make a delicious\, nutritious meal that may be sized-up for large groups\, or sized-down for smaller families. If you've wanted to gather wild foods\, learn traditional food preservation techniques\, or learn to cook with bison\, dried corn\, or dried squash\, and wild berries\, this workshop is for you!
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:Stillwater\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/6c545b234a191ff6e034f96247e240f2
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DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260623T190000Z
DTEND:20260623T210000Z
SUMMARY:Knife Skills/Small Equipment
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is designed to teach safe\, efficient\, and professional kitchen knife skills with a focus on safety\, consistency\, proper techniques\, organization\, and cleanliness.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:Gardner C\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/7e2683bb177ffc2f31ca80d9f977e4bc
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DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260623T190000Z
DTEND:20260623T210000Z
SUMMARY:Menu Planning Tools & Production Records
DESCRIPTION:Let’s work together to perfect your menu to ensure it meets all meal pattern requirements. We will discuss ideas for creating a monthly menu\, ways to evaluate it to ensure it meets the daily & weekly requirements\, and tips for being more efficient when filling out daily production records. Part of this class will be hands-on\, trying to get you prepared for your first month back at school. If possible\, please bring a computer or copies of production records you prefer to use.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:Yellowstone\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/23909eb6921f203c07be35330b495a6e
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DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260623T190000Z
DTEND:20260623T210000Z
SUMMARY:PERS Ready to Retire
DESCRIPTION:PERS Ready to Retire provides a review of members' retirement plan and an opportunity to ask questions. The presentation is intended for all--early\, mid\, and late-careers employees.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:Boulder\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/ab94b679d59d25a119648745b726d09e
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DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260623T190000Z
DTEND:20260623T210000Z
SUMMARY:Sysco Montana Tour - Your Partner in Feeding America's Future - Own transportation required - 1509 Monad Road\, Billings
DESCRIPTION:Sysco Montana Welcomes You: Menu ideas and live action station in our Test Kitchen with Corporate Chef\, Warehouse Tours & Mini Broker Fair
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:Off-Site - 1509 Monad Rd. Billings\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/1ceffb0b4009736cc89785b9d67574ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260623T190000Z
DTEND:20260623T210000Z
SUMMARY:Understanding & Stretching Your Budget
DESCRIPTION:This course is perfect for anyone who feels unsure when it comes to their food service fund budget and wants to do a deep dive on the basics. Many people forget that our food service programs are a business and this class will equip you to succeed. We will cover basic revenue and expenditure percentages and explore how to price your meals and a la carte items accordingly. If you want to enter the new school year with the tools to effectively manage your school food service fund\, this is the class for you!
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:Gardner A\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
UID:d46f8a714618fefa19510ce47a26b632
URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/d46f8a714618fefa19510ce47a26b632
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260623T190000Z
DTEND:20260623T210000Z
SUMMARY:US Foods Tour - From Warehouse to Tray: Inside School Nutrition Operations - Own transportation required - 802 Parkway Lane\, Billings
DESCRIPTION:Go behind the scenes with an exclusive tour of the US Foods distribution center to see how products move from supplier to school kitchens. This interactive session also features a live scratch cooking demonstration with practical tips for efficiency and student appeal. Participants will have opportunities to ask questions\, explore real-world practices\, and leave with actionable ideas to strengthen their programs from procurement through production.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:Off-Site - 802 Parkway Ln. Billings\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
UID:df793cd252694c86f9aa337b5b1df600
URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/df793cd252694c86f9aa337b5b1df600
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260623T210000Z
DTEND:20260623T211000Z
SUMMARY:Break
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:BREAK
LOCATION:Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
UID:b34b188cd0442f59576a227418f9305e
URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/b34b188cd0442f59576a227418f9305e
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260623T211000Z
DTEND:20260623T230000Z
SUMMARY:Administrative Reviews - SNP Checklist
DESCRIPTION:HACCP (Hazard Analysis of Critical Control Points) which is a preventive food safety program designed to control food safety hazards as food flows through a food service operation from receiving to serving. School districts are required to have a written School Food Safety/HACCP Plan. This session will provide a template and instruction for developing your School Food Safety Program including standard operating procedures for employees to follow and provide guidance on record documentation and monitoring.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:Yellowstone\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
UID:422902fda0a3479b382cf03546f6c23b
URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/422902fda0a3479b382cf03546f6c23b
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260623T211000Z
DTEND:20260623T230000Z
SUMMARY:Fermented Garden Fare & Other Preservation Techniques
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop we'll run through the benefits of making/eating fermented/pickled veggies then go through the process of making a few items (ex: sauerkraut\, kimchi\, pickles) and have a taste testing/recipe share at the end.&nbsp\;
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:Gardner A\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
UID:29d4659c8e031c245f5ae3975e57aced
URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/29d4659c8e031c245f5ae3975e57aced
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260623T211000Z
DTEND:20260623T230000Z
SUMMARY:Harvest of the Month with MT Farmers Union
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to the resources available from Montana Farmers Union including the Harvest of the Month classroom materials\, Community Grants\, and Local Food Sources. We will work through one or more of the HOM lessons to demonstrate how they can be used.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:Stillwater\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
UID:e89e3564d1a16b0dc66e6d5fdfeb1107
URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/e89e3564d1a16b0dc66e6d5fdfeb1107
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260623T211000Z
DTEND:20260623T230000Z
SUMMARY:How to Process Free/Reduced Meal Applications
DESCRIPTION:Learn & practice how to process free/reduced applications\, how to check for direct certification and ensure that students are receiving correct meal benefits. Walk away with the knowledge and resources available to help ensure that students receive free or reduced meal benefits starting with checking direct certification\, processing free/reduced applications\, conducting verification\, and ensuring that your Point of Service is accurately updated with each student's determined meal benefit status.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:Gardner B\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
UID:b17f86bf18d8c29db8be862c04c1a242
URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/b17f86bf18d8c29db8be862c04c1a242
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260623T211000Z
DTEND:20260623T230000Z
SUMMARY:Knife Skills/Small Equipment - Repeat
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is designed to teach safe\, efficient\, and professional kitchen knife skills with a focus on safety\, consistency\, proper techniques\, organization\, and cleanliness.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:Gardner C\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
UID:f0f3c6920213e4fd9cbf11f8c6f191e4
URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/f0f3c6920213e4fd9cbf11f8c6f191e4
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260623T211000Z
DTEND:20260623T230000Z
SUMMARY:Procurement with Confidence: Contracts\, Costs & Smart Strategies for Cost-Effective Menus
DESCRIPTION:Take the guesswork out of procurement. This hands-on workshop will equip you with clear\, actionable strategies to strengthen your contract negotiations\, confidently compare pricing\, and determine the most effective procurement methods based on purchase amounts. Designed for real-world application\, this session will help you protect your program’s resources while maximizing value and compliance. Walk away informed\, prepared\, and ready to make smarter purchasing decisions.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:Boulder\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
UID:f209d90196c45b8da9a5a511c3b193f6
URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/f209d90196c45b8da9a5a511c3b193f6
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260623T211000Z
DTEND:20260623T230000Z
SUMMARY:Summer Food Service Program & Reviews
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a deep dive into the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP). Whether you’re new to the program\, thinking about starting one\, or looking to strengthen your current operations\, this session will walk you through the essentials of a successful SFSP program. We will cover topics from eligibility and meal patterns to service models and documentation requirements. We’ll explore the rural non-congregate flexibilities including multi-day distribution\, home delivery\, and hybrid models. And because nobody likes surprises during review season\, we’ll touch on how summer reviews work\, what you need to be prepared\, and the most common findings with strategies to avoid them!
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:Bighorn\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
UID:09ba69b2b2bbe950b5f23ffc44b8895f
URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/09ba69b2b2bbe950b5f23ffc44b8895f
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260623T233000Z
DTEND:20260624T020000Z
SUMMARY:Banquet - Live Entertainment\, Bingo\, Awards & 50/50
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for the 2026 Annual Banquet\nPresenting: Helene Rose\nFollowed by Basket Auction/ Silent Auction Followed by BINGO Games throughout the night!!\n\nJoin us for the reveal of prizes and fun!\nWednesday June 23rd\, 2026 Starting at 5:30 50/50 Game to be held.\nHave some Fun and Win!\nBINGO $5.00 for 1 card\nOR\nBINGO $20.00 for 5 cards\n**\nDebit / Cash only for BINGO\nGames**\nAll Proceeds benefit the MTSNA Scholarships fund.\n\n\n
CATEGORIES:BANQUET
LOCATION:Missouri Conference Center\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
UID:09168c14e5bb9d8436118b2ba3764030
URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/09168c14e5bb9d8436118b2ba3764030
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260624T140000Z
DTEND:20260624T140500Z
SUMMARY:Welcome to Day 2 - Agenda Overview
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:GENERAL SESSION
LOCATION:Missouri Conference Center\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
UID:a3c0c3b35c3f5e4c5c28fc201a5bb62c
URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/a3c0c3b35c3f5e4c5c28fc201a5bb62c
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260624T140500Z
DTEND:20260624T150500Z
SUMMARY:Beef It Up: How to Bring Montana Beef into Your School
DESCRIPTION:More cattle than people — so why isn’t Montana beef on every school menu? In this energizing session\, you’ll discover four proven approaches other schools are using right now to add Montana beef to their school meal programs. Plus\, you'll hear about two new approaches being piloted-tested by Central Montana Schools. These are real-life stories from Montana schools making Montana Beef for Montana Kids happen — from partnering directly with a local rancher for a full animal donation (including processing!)\, to working with Montana CattleWomen\, to working with restaurants\, to forward contracting calves\, to launching creative fundraising models that build strong school and community support to keep Montana beef in their school long term. If you’ve ever thought serving Montana beef sounded expensive\, difficult\, complicated\, or out of reach\, this session will give you six ideas for adding Montana beef to your program that are cost-effective\, simple\, easy\, and already working for schools. Walk away with practical ideas\, partnership strategies\, and a path that might work for your school.
CATEGORIES:GENERAL SESSION
LOCATION:Missouri Conference Center\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
UID:cba191606ac5d8e554912b0108e210ff
URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/cba191606ac5d8e554912b0108e210ff
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260624T150500Z
DTEND:20260624T151500Z
SUMMARY:Break
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:BREAK
LOCATION:Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
UID:eae7347632d3a5f7c8bf8dfee1a65167
URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/eae7347632d3a5f7c8bf8dfee1a65167
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260624T151500Z
DTEND:20260624T163000Z
SUMMARY:Navigating Stress in the Workplace
DESCRIPTION:Work can be stressful! It's often difficult to maintain positivity\, productive collaboration and professionalism when we're feeling stressed\, overwhelmed or anxious. "Navigating Stress in the Workplace" will normalize your experiences of stress\, contextualize them to the reality of Montana schools\, and provide tangible strategies to move yourself from a place of reactive overwhelm to a place of conscious engagement and connection. You are already an asset to your school communities\, and this presentation will help you navigate workplace stress and engage your leadership role with intention and understanding for yourself and others.
CATEGORIES:GENERAL SESSION
LOCATION:Missouri Conference Center\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
UID:6e03833bf2a7cf021a87ff9e64fa4097
URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/6e03833bf2a7cf021a87ff9e64fa4097
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260624T163000Z
DTEND:20260624T164000Z
SUMMARY:Break
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:BREAK
LOCATION:Missouri Conference Center\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
UID:db287d1d37292e76824f53cf020904d3
URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/db287d1d37292e76824f53cf020904d3
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260624T164000Z
DTEND:20260624T183000Z
SUMMARY:Accommodating School Meals for Disabilities (Allergies)
DESCRIPTION:In this session\, participants will explore the requirements and best practices for Accommodating School Meals for Disabilities (Allergies). The class covers topics such as the medical statement requirements and template\, implementing safe meal preparation techniques\, and ensuring full compliance with USDA regulations. You will leave with the tools and knowledge to safely and effectively meet the needs of all students that may have allergies in your cafeteria.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:Yellowstone\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
UID:33da3022128db510950750b638bf5d88
URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/33da3022128db510950750b638bf5d88
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260624T164000Z
DTEND:20260624T183000Z
SUMMARY:Better Wages\, Better Community Support
DESCRIPTION:Leadership and higher pay start with mindset—and grow through action. This interactive training is designed to equip you with the skills and confidence to become a recognized\, respected voice within your school district and to leverage that position into better pay for you and your staff. Participants will learn how to develop a leadership mindset that commands attention\, create a relationship with your superintendent and school board to support your food service program as a whole within your school district\, advocate effectively for higher wages\, position themselves as essential members of the district team\, leverage the school wellness committee to increase community engagement and support for both school meal programs and better wages. Walk away with practical tools\, renewed confidence\, and a clear strategy to elevate your voice\, your impact\, and your paycheck.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:Boulder\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
UID:c534431412a01f27e402a57185616ac6
URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/c534431412a01f27e402a57185616ac6
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260624T164000Z
DTEND:20260624T183000Z
SUMMARY:Cooking with Herbs
DESCRIPTION:How to use fresh herbs\, what they pair well with\, hands on experience preparing them for use.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:Stillwater\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
UID:a74bb9a6d089c04570e85df4ecf19f40
URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/a74bb9a6d089c04570e85df4ecf19f40
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260624T164000Z
DTEND:20260624T183000Z
SUMMARY:How to Set Up Salad\, Soup\, Ramen & Potato Bars
DESCRIPTION:If you've ever wondered about having a salad\, soup\, ramen\, or potato bar\, then this workshop is for you. Should they be offered to all grade levels\, what are the benefits\, and is it cost effective? Laurie Hopper\, Kate Huston\, and other directors will answer these questions for you.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:Gardner B\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
UID:0277b81fcc9ee30e6fc3a9157dfed228
URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/0277b81fcc9ee30e6fc3a9157dfed228
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260624T164000Z
DTEND:20260624T183000Z
SUMMARY:One-on-One with Your Peer Educators
DESCRIPTION:Are you a brand new or newer Food Service Director? This session is to help make connections with experienced Directors in your area who are willing to help you and others. Start building a support system to help you work with more confidence and gather helpful resources to improve your job. Directors can share experiences\, recipes\, food networking resources\, time management ideas and employee management ideas\, and how to talk to your administration or school board.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:Gardner C\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
UID:044acad06591daa1f9da6864c583ed34
URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/044acad06591daa1f9da6864c583ed34
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260624T164000Z
DTEND:20260624T183000Z
SUMMARY:Student Voice in School Food Choice
DESCRIPTION: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.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:Bighorn\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
UID:9bf6d57c9ab4444cbcca4ec160cb99fe
URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/9bf6d57c9ab4444cbcca4ec160cb99fe
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260624T183000Z
DTEND:20260624T193000Z
SUMMARY:Lunch
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:BREAK
LOCATION:Missouri Conference Center\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
UID:d559973dd7464a0d6063a38bbfe596f4
URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/d559973dd7464a0d6063a38bbfe596f4
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260624T193000Z
DTEND:20260624T213000Z
SUMMARY:Be Ready to Meet the New School Meal Pattern
DESCRIPTION:Join this interactive session to brush up on decreasing sugar and sodium and understand the milk requirements in school meals. Discover menu planning and purchasing strategies\, learn how to read a food label and share tips with other school nutrition professionals. Be in the know and feel good about the new meal patterns!
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:Gardner C\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
UID:bda3d65bca96f4d3d2bdd091cc639cd2
URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/bda3d65bca96f4d3d2bdd091cc639cd2
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260624T193000Z
DTEND:20260624T213000Z
SUMMARY:Food Crediting Class
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn more about how your menu credits! The session will focus on how to accurately credit food components\, using the Food Buying Guide effectively\, and more. Bring your menu and associated recipes to receive 1-on-1 assistance with crediting! Make sure your recipe includes the number of servings and serving size for us to be able to provide assistance.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:Yellowstone\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
UID:78b5c3a87235aebb4de0f404d2e00bf6
URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/78b5c3a87235aebb4de0f404d2e00bf6
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260624T193000Z
DTEND:20260624T213000Z
SUMMARY:Growing Green Thumbs with School Gardens
DESCRIPTION:\n
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:Stillwater\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
UID:c1640a982208e565e6c8366853eb30b8
URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/c1640a982208e565e6c8366853eb30b8
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260624T193000Z
DTEND:20260624T213000Z
SUMMARY:Harvest of the Month ART - Play with Your Food
DESCRIPTION:When food becomes art. Make colorful dips\, while learning about color patterns and just as colorful foods. Paint and play with your food while learning about nutrition\, color\, and the tasty things in life! This class will teach introductory cooking with easy-to-pick-up knife skills\, mixing\, and blending to make tasty dips. We will learn how to make dye from our food and then how to paint using our new ingredient!
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:Gardner A\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
UID:0a8d68bf5831e11339a84993e02369d9
URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/0a8d68bf5831e11339a84993e02369d9
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260624T193000Z
DTEND:20260624T210000Z
SUMMARY:Six Schools. Six Stories. One Local Food Revolution.
DESCRIPTION:What happens when six schools commit to building hyper-local food systems? Big ideas. Bold partnerships. And more Montana-grown foods on students’ trays. This dynamic\, three-part session kicks off with a fast-paced panel featuring six schools\, each sharing one unique strategy they’re using to bring more Montana foods into their school meals. Learn how the three-year Investing in School Food Systems to Reach 33 x 33 grant is fueling innovation—and how a growing statewide collaborative is transforming efforts to get more local food on school trays. After the panel\, session attendees will be the first to hear about (and have the opportunity to sign up for!) 2026 Land to Lunch experiential training opportunities. Best of all\, in part three of this session\, attendees participate in live cooking demos and taste tests featuring school-ready recipes made with Montana-grown bison\, beef\, and rye\, all integrated into the new Montana Menu Cycle supporting cost-effective Montana food purchases by schools and meeting all upcoming school nutrition changes and requirements. Come hungry—for ideas and for samples.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:Boulder\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
UID:e8b5251bebaf38035a476ad977342a16
URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/e8b5251bebaf38035a476ad977342a16
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260624T193000Z
DTEND:20260624T213000Z
SUMMARY:Teamwork Makes the Dream Work
DESCRIPTION:We all deal with staff from various backgrounds. Conflicts will arise. Staff members just don't hit it off. Teachers and administration try to tell us how to do our jobs. This workshop will explore ways to make your food service staff work together as one unified team\, and how you can work with teachers and administration to make work enjoyable for all.&nbsp\;
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:Gardner B\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
UID:1b0ae795f3ae320e6437bc6937d88593
URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/1b0ae795f3ae320e6437bc6937d88593
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260617T094214Z
DTSTART:20260624T193000Z
DTEND:20260624T213000Z
SUMMARY:USDA & DOD Fresh & Sensational Salad Bars
DESCRIPTION: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.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOP
LOCATION:Bighorn\, Billings Hotel & Convention Center
SEQUENCE:0
UID:92de94529d327b75fad0040546529229
URL:http://mtsna2026.sched.com/event/92de94529d327b75fad0040546529229
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