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Photos: June 14-19, 2009 - Week II

Culinary Institute

Nancy RiceDear Directors and Managers,
Now in its 6th year, Culinary Institute II (TID 14b) remains a wonderful opportunity for training and learning for Classified School Nutrition Managers. In these times of reduced training budgets and fewer on-site and hands-on training, this course is still the best chance to receive both in Georgia. To help with budget concerns, we have decreased the cost for the entire week to $150 (down from $300) per manager. This low price includes lodging and most meals. Take a moment to consider this opportunity and register if you are (or have) a manager who has completed all CORE TID courses and attended Culinary Institute I (TID 14a). 

Read what your colleagues have to say about Culinary Institute II.
“The Culinary II class at Georgia Southern was very beneficial to Emanuel County SNP managers, Beth Harrison and Kathy Wiggins. Both managers gained confidence in their leadership abilities and are more self-assured in meeting challenges and implementing new ideas. For example, we have instituted a very successful ‘Breakfast in the Classrooms’ program this year at Swainsboro Middle School. It not only has resulted in higher student participation, but the teachers have noticed a reduction in disciplinary problems."
Linda Sconyers, Director, Emanuel County Schools

 “I’ve learned that I’m very important to my school and nutrition program. When school started in August, I knew that I could do a better job training my employees, because Larry, Frieda, and Chef Steven taught me new cooking skills, better training techniques. This information has helped me develop a healthier school environment. I loved it all. The week went by too fast. The only thing I would suggest to improve is to have a Culinary Institute III.”
Manager, Summer 2007

 “I liked the hands-on training in the kitchen from Chef Stephen, and learning how to train and teach my staff when I get home. Frieda and Becca led discussions on our wellness policies and special diets for my students.  I will go back and become more of an advocate for my students’ needs.”
Manager, Summer 2008

The faculty of Culinary Institute II at Georgia Southern, tell me that the summertime with school nutrition managers is their favorite time of the year. They do understand that it’s not always easy to leave family and friends behind for a week and come to Statesboro. The faculty strongly believes that what managers do every day during the school year is important in the students’ school day. They work closely with the Georgia Department of Education, School Nutrition Program staff to produce the most relevant training in a comfortable and activity-packed week.

Registration is limited, so don’t delay in joining this elite group of managers who have completed both Culinary Institute I and II. My hope is you will consider this an opportunity to apply new techniques and information with peers and staff. Do this by sharing during an in-service or manager meeting. 

I wish you a great end of the year and a wonderful summer!

Nancy Rice, Director
GaDOE - School Nutrition Program

Kathy Cox
State Superintendent of Schools, Georgia Department of Education
All Right Reserved 2009

GaDOE is an equal opportunity provider and employer. USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Sponsored By

  • The Georgia Department of Education, School Nutrition Program

  • In cooperation with
    Department of Family and Consumer Sciences in the College of Health and Human Sciences AND The Continuing Education Center, Georgia Southern University

Register Early! Spaces fill fast!

TARGET AUDIENCE
School Nutrition Programs Managers and Assistant Managers

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