Mary DeLong

Love your lunch, love your lunch program!
Learn more about the PLESD Smarter Lunchroom Grant project and overall Nutrition Services improvements.

[Mary DeLong @PLESDWellness]

https://t.co/dMQOBeRdyp

Coming soon to all PLESD cafeterias, farm fresh mandarins from right up the road in Oroville.
@PLESDWellness

[Mary DeLong @PLESDWellness]

With the end of the year here (or near), are you too burnt out to learn more?
We aren't! This is the 6th and final 2018/19 #ProduceSafetyU hosted by the @TeamNutrition

Why is it important? If you have to ask, you need these classes.... #eatinseason #localfarmslocalfood #CAgrown

[Mary DeLong @PLESDWellness]

#PLESD is here at the #ProduceSafetyU in Denver, CO all week this week!
We're covering everything: budgeting to bid specs, storage & prep to epidemiology
#realschoolmeals #nutritionprofessionals #eatinseason #localfarmslocalfood #CAgrown #CAfood4CAkids #myjobdependsonag

[Mary DeLong @PLESDWellness]

Hey folks, I have exciting news!
I've accepted a new title at a new school district!
That means I'm ready to hand over my position to the right person

Director of Nutrition Services at #PLESD https://t.co/QeMOvQLuuI #EDJOIN #GetAJob #nutritionprofessionals #realschoolmeals

[Mary DeLong @PLESDWellness]

Some sample shots of my #bfast service at #riodeloroelementary this morning 5/17/19
- Red, White and Blue Fruit and Yogurt Parfaits
- Ms. Maria's Super Sipping Fruit Smoothie
- Stand-By Kid Classic Cereal

What a great way to start your day!

#realschoolmeals #PLESD #breakfast

[Mary DeLong @PLESDWellness]

#Friyay #Friday

What a way to start your day!
A burst of positivity from our kitchens to your ❤

#positivemessaging #PLESD #realschoolmeals #nutritionprofessionals

[Mary DeLong @PLESDWellness]

Tools of my trade today. Plz, plz, plz get the free https://t.co/UUryo1kgvP app, keep up with your kids' accounts

4/11 - @ Rio till 2:20pm then at Cobblestone till 5:30pm tonight.
4/12 - @ Cob till 10:40am then at Riverside till 5:30pm
#PLESD #realschoolmeals #unpaidmealdebt

[Mary DeLong @PLESDWellness]

Oh so many of you are looped in with your kids' accounts!!
Just in case you missed it all year, or in prior school years, you set up YOUR account with https://t.co/UUryo1kgvP
Your KIDS accounts are set up when you enroll in school

Get online, get up to date info
#PLESD

[Mary DeLong @PLESDWellness]

#BFast breakfast is a good way for your kids to get a second chance to start their day
Only $2, or less if your student is approved for the Meal Benefit Program

#realschoolmeals #nutritionprofessionals #eatinseason #localfarmslocalfood #CAgrown #PLESD #CAfood4CAkids

[Mary DeLong @PLESDWellness]

Heads up: I just sent out another round of email alerts for negative balances for 386 students. I sent them to the email addresses we have on file. Don't just assume you're ok - get online, get the app, get the most current information
https://t.co/GVAtstOMbU

[Mary DeLong @PLESDWellness]

1 way we make fresh and seasonal produce available - creative delivery! Picked up fresh baby romaine blend from @fierygingerfarm today. What a perfect little oasis of an #urbanfarm
#PLESD #realschoolmeals #eatinseason #localfarmslocalfood #CAgrown #CAfood4CAkids #myjobdependsonag

[Mary DeLong @PLESDWellness]

Summer enrichment registration is open!

Don't walk - run! 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️

#PLESD

https://t.co/8LJIHEG3Jc

[Mary DeLong @PLESDWellness]

3/7/19
Good job, folks! You've been logging on and checking your kids' accounts!
In 2 days we've knocked that debt owed from $11,000 down to $8,700!

Keep it up! I know those tax returns come in handy catching the accounts up!
#PLESD #realschoolmeals #unpaidmealdebt

[Mary DeLong @PLESDWellness]

3/7/19
At Rio Del Oro elementary now....want to know ANYTHING about meals at school? Come see me. Here till 2pm, at Riverside till 4:30pm

#PLESD #unpaidmealdebt #realschoolmeals

[Mary DeLong @PLESDWellness]

3/7/19
I'm doing this incredibly important job in Nutrition Services.
I have meal account management meetings with parents scheduled all day 2day. If you want to talk to me, COME IN! I'm at Cobblestone till 9:30am, Rio till 2:00pm, Riverside till 4:30pm
#PLESD #unpaidmealdebt

[Mary DeLong @PLESDWellness]

I have to brag! I have this delish parfait from #RioDelOro for my breakfast today
Do you SEE this yumminess???
Your kids see it! THIS is a #realschoolmeal

#schoolbreakfast #PLESD #realschoolmeals #breakfastatschool #NSBW19 #BFastbreakfast #USDA #localfarmslocalfood

[Mary DeLong @PLESDWellness]

Plz understand how much this task takes away from good, scratch made food making it to your child's plate.
$11,000 due to the cafeterias
Check your balance and pay off debt online or at the school or district office. Online @ https://t.co/sPRHFgrII5
#PLESD #unpaidmealdebt

[Mary DeLong @PLESDWellness]

Lunch is special EVERY day at Rio Del Oro Elementary! Check out the menu to see what you will have for your birthday! https://t.co/sCpZx3tYwW
#PLESD #realschoolmeals #nutritionprofessionals #eatinseason #localfarmslocalfood #CAgrown

[Mary DeLong @PLESDWellness]

Today is my last day outside the office for a while - if you are trying to reach me, I'll be getting back to you beginning tomorrow.
Today is all about working with my peers all through CA
#PLESD #realschoolmeals #nutritionprofessionals

[Mary DeLong @PLESDWellness]

"How can I articulate the need for seat time for students during meal times when the topic seems like a local issue?" - Stephanie Bruce, Palm Springs Director of Nutrition
#lac19 #nutritionprofessionals #realschoolmeals