Melissa Elliott

First Hand News SNAM West Michigan Food Service Directors Meeting 10/6/26 DeVos Convention Center Grand Rapids, Michigan Tracy Nelson, SNS, Assistant Food Service Director, Jenison & Hudsonville Public Schools Food Service Directors from West Michigan assembled at the GFS food show in Grand Rapids on October 6, 2026. They were presented with information from a few sources. Gordon Food Service: GFS gave personnel updates. They presented reminders regarding Gordon Ordering. The Gordon Now...

President’s Message Fall 2026 As summer winds down and another school year gets underway, I hope everyone had a chance to enjoy some time to relax, recharge, and spend time with family and friends. For many of us, summer is anything but a break. Between summer meal programs, planning for the upcoming year, hiring and training staff, and preparing our kitchens, there is always plenty to keep us busy. Thank you to everyone who worked throughout the summer to make sure Michigan’s children...

I was honored to be invited to be featured in an MSU (Michigan State University) Extension Community Champions video, recognizing individuals who turn ideas into action, bring people and resources together to build healthier communities, and create lasting positive change. I was selected in recognition of my commitment to creating healthier school environments, particularly through my collaboration with MSU Extension educator Julia Simon upon the review and enhancement of our school's Local...