Region 4 supports child care centers, adult day cares, and afterschool programs in providing nutritious meals and snacks to children and adults who need them. Through training, tools, and expert guidance, we help programs stay compliant and deliver meals that promote good health and lifelong habits. Every day, our support helps hundreds of providers serve meals that truly make a difference.

INSPO will be on Saturday, April 10, 2027. Be sure to save the date!
CACFP INSPO is a one-day conference to help Contracting Entities (CEs) meet training requirements, inspire new menu ideas, and learn more about the CACFP.

Events

Events found: 8
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Thursday, November 5
CACFP Special Diets including Food Allergies

Knowledge of special diet requests and menus ensures that individuals with dietary restrictions or health concerns receive proper nutrition in care settings.

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Thursday, November 5
CACFP Participant Eligibility & Enrollment

Session ID : 1923310

This course will cover handbook sections 4200 and 4310; participant eligibility and enrollment requirements for free and reduced-price meals when operating the CACFP.

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Tuesday, November 17
CACFP Sponsor Responsibilities & Monitoring

Session ID : 1923299

This course will provide an overview of the CACFP pre-approval and site monitoring requirements conducted by Sponsors.

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Wednesday, November 18
CACFP Program Applications for New CEs

Session ID : 1923281

Overview of the application process for new Contracting Entities, as well as best practices and where to get help.

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Thursday, December 10
The Administrative Review Process for CACFP (online)

This course is designed to assist personnel responsible for managing the operational, financial, and procurement functions of child and adult nutrition programs with procedural knowledge and resources to prepare for...

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Wednesday, December 16
Meal Patterns for CACFP

This course will review the CACFP-Program Meal Patterns. As well as provide an overview of Offer vs. Serve and Meal Services and how these apply in the CACFP program.

Meet your District Advancement Champions

Kathy McBroom-Fox
Kathy McBroom-Fox

Program Specialist

(713)-744-6349

kathy.mcbroomfox@esc4.net

Anjelica Terry
Anjelica Terry

Program Specialist I Cn Slp

713-744-8162

anjelica.terry@esc4.net

Marlene Herrera
Marlene Herrera

Program Specialist I Cn Cacfp

713-744-6869

marlene.herrera@esc4.net

Veronica Howard
Veronica Howard

Program Specialist I Cn Cacfp

713-744-6589

veronica.howard@esc4.net