Letter from the President

Hello TSNA Family,

Did you know that TSNA, an affiliate of the School Nutrition Association, is one of the nation’s largest organizations of food and nutrition professionals?  Did you also know that we have over 2,900 active members in Tennessee who are committed to promoting school nutrition, and the health and well-being of the children we serve?  TSNA continues to offers numerous opportunities for continuing education, scholarships, and educational programs for professional development.  And, since our membership includes all levels of school food service employees, I encourage you to talk to a non-TSNA member today and take a few minutes to share about all the great things that this Association has to offer.

 Stand Up for School Nutrition is the theme of our annual membership drive that began June 1, 2011 and ends May 31, 2012.  SNA serves as a voice for advancing good nutrition for children and it is important that TSNA have members behind that voice as much as possible.  There are many opportunities for involvement and leadership in TSNA.  If you are interested in learning more about how to be involved in the Association, please contact me Alison Pyron, at pyrona@k12tn.net or give me a call at 731-772-9613. 

 I close in reminding you of this exciting time for school nutrition as we confront a time of many changes.  “The Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act” is now a part of our history that will help shape our children’s future.  TSNA will meet these changes responsibly.   My theme this year is:  Proud of our Past while Embracing our Future.  I encourage you to learn from your past, focus on the present but be willing to welcome the certainty of many changes. 

Thanks for allowing me to serve as your 2011-2012 TSNA President.  I look forward to sharing, visiting and getting to know you all!

See ya,

Alison Pyron