CUSD Nutrition

12/27/2025

ICYMI: Stephanie Howell, Director of CUSD Nutrition, has been honored with the Aramark Eagle Award for District Manager of the Year, representing the Midwest Region. Nominated by her peers, she stands among just three recipients nationwide—one from each regional division: East, South, and Midwest.

This prestigious recognition highlights Stephanie as a standout leader who not only delivers strong financial results, but also fosters a culture of growth, development, and teamwork. Her commitment to excellence in personal leadership, customer care, and supporting her staff truly sets her apart.

12/25/2025

Happy Holidays from our team to yours! May the New Year bring health, happiness, and bright new beginnings! ⭐🍎

12/15/2025

From the shelves to the cafeteria, these elves are spreading cheer everywhere they go! 🎁🍪 Thank you to the CUSD Nutrition staff at Shumway Leadership Academy for making the holidays extra special for students! We love seeing this creativity in action!

12/11/2025

Central Kitchen just got a little extra seasoning! 🌶 CUSD's Student Advisory Council stopped by Central Kitchen yesterday to mix up custom spice blends—because great ideas start with a pinch of creativity! 🌟Stay tuned to see if these flavors make their way onto the menu! 🧂

11/26/2025

11/26/2025

This Thanksgiving, we’re grateful for our incredible CUSD Food & Nutrition team and the amazing community we work with! November was filled with memorable moments, and thanks to our community's generosity, we collected over 670 turkey donations—helping provide Thanksgiving meals to families and individuals! Kindness and partnership make all the difference. Happy Thanksgiving!🍽🦃🥧

11/21/2025

11/08/2025

The latest CUSD Podcast episode features staff from CTA Liberty and reflects on the impact of school meals during National School Lunch Week.
📺 Watch the full episode here:

Welcome back to the CUSD Podcast — where opportunity meets excellence, and every story matters!In this episode, our hosts dive into what’s been happening acr...

11/05/2025

Starting this weekend—Saturday and Sunday, November 8–9—free lunch service will be offered to all children ages 18 and under. 🍽️
📍 Location: Hartford Sylvia Encinas Elementary
🕚 Time: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
🍴 Lunch must be eaten on campus.
For more information, please contact CUSD Food & Nutrition at (480) 812-7240.
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.