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Back to Main Site Back to Main Site Products Nutrition Technology Payment Solutions Support Events Training Events Shows and Conferences About Our Story Partnerships Careers Resources Webinars Blog Fresh insights for school leaders 4 ways we help nutrition programs do more with less By Emily Schoeneck Tweet According to SNA’s 2024 School Nutrition Trends Report , schools shared that staff shortages and rising costs are their programs’ top two challenges. As schools look to navigate through these roadblocks, time is a valuable resource. Choosing which Point of Sale System you’re going to implement for your nutrition program is a big decision, and there are many things to consider. Let’s take a look at a few of the features that will not only help you run a smooth program, but save you time along the way. Read More ⟶ 0 Comments Click here to read/write comments Topics: School Nutrition Regulation , School Lunch[New Designs] Free School Menu Templates For The 2024-25 School Year! By Emily Schoeneck Tweet Our school menu templates are back for the 2024-25 school year. This year, we have a brand new set of designs, as well as a new ADA-friendly format option! Read More ⟶ 0 Comments Click here to read/write comments Topics: School Breakfast , School Lunch , Menu Planning , free downloadsTake a look back at Connect 2024 By Emily Schoeneck Tweet In March, over 150 school nutrition professionals from 76 districts traveled to Duke University to join our Heartland team for Connect 2024. Let’s take a look at some of the highlights of this year’s Connect: Read More ⟶ 0 Comments Click here to read/write comments Topics: ConnectCelebrating women’s contributions to education By Melissa Colopietro Tweet Throughout Women’s History Month, we had the privilege of recognizing the incredible women who have shaped the landscape of education. From Ella Flagg Young to Patsy Matsu Takemoto Mink, these trailblazers made significant contributions that transformed the field of education and paved the way for progress and equality. Read More ⟶ 0 Comments Click here to read/write comments Topics: Women’s History MonthConsidering CEP for the 2024-25 school year? Here’s what you need to know By Emily Schoeneck Tweet The Community Eligibility Provision , or CEP, is a federal non-pricing meal service that allows schools in low-income areas to provide free breakfast and lunch to all students without having to collect applications. Read More ⟶ 0 Comments Click here to read/write comments Topics: Community Eligibility Provision (CEP)Celebrating Black Educators: Pioneers Who Shaped History By Melissa Colopietro Tweet This Black History Month, we are taking time to acknowledge the incredible contributions made by African Americans who have shaped our country, especially in the K-12 education space. From stepping into classrooms during a time of adversity to pioneering initiatives that aimed to close the achievement gap, these individuals have left an indelible mark on society. Let’s take a look back at the accomplishments of five remarkable black educators who have paved the way for generations to come. Read More ⟶ 0 Comments Click here to read/write comments Topics: Black History Month5 fun things to do in Durham during Connect 2024 By Emily Schoeneck Tweet Connect 2024 is next month! While you get ready for your trip and continue to plan, take a look at some fun things to do around Durham during your stay. Read More ⟶ 0 Comments Click here to read/write comments Topics: Connect4 ways MySchoolBucks can help schools do more with less By Emily Schoeneck Tweet In a survey by the District Administration at the start of the 2023-2024 school year, 45% of schools surveyed reported insufficient staff as an ongoing issue. As districts grapple with the downstream effects of limited resources, it becomes even more important for schools to find technology partners that can create efficiencies and help them overcome operational challenges. Read More ⟶ 0 Comments Click here to read/write comments Topics: School Payments , MySchoolBucks , School Store , invoicing , Cashless CampusDon’t miss out! Register now for Connect 2024 By Emily Schoeneck Tweet It’s time to register for Connect 2024 ! Meet the Heartland team in Durham, NC for our biggest training event of the year, where you can hear about all of our products and what’s coming in the year ahead. Take a look at what you’ll have the chance to learn more about at this year’s conference: Read More ⟶ 2 Comments Click here to read/write comments Topics: MCS software , Mosaic Cloud , MySchoolBucks , ConnectHow one centralized payments platform helped Leeds City School District By Emily Schoeneck Tweet I had the opportunity to have a conversation with Ryan Miller, who serves as the Chief Financial Officer at Leeds City Schools in Alabama. Ryan brings a unique perspective to the table as a certified public accountant (CPA) and has been utilizing MySchoolBucks for some time now. As a self-proclaimed MySchoolBucks lover, Ryan shared his experience with the platform and the benefits and features he finds most valuable . 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