Nutrition
School Nutrition Resource Center
Your go-to hub for exclusive LINQ research, insider tips, and proven strategies shared by and for K-12 nutrition leaders.
Trusted by K-12 Schools and School Nutrition Organizations
We Know School Nutrition Is More Than Feeding Kids
We stand shoulder to shoulder with K-12 nutrition leaders every day. That means helping them solve challenges and serve students better.
1 in 5
nutrition leaders say federal reimbursement covers the cost of producing lunches
(Source: School Nutrition Association)
Manual Operations and Paperwork
Paperwork and repetitive admin tasks pile up fast, especially when 88.7% of programs face staff shortages*. That leaves less time and energy to focus on serving students.
Compliance and Rule Changes
Federal and state guidelines shift constantly, and 78.6% of school food service leaders are extremely concerned about new sodium limits*. Meeting compliance shouldn’t feel like a second job.
Disjointed and Outdated Technology
Disconnected systems slow everything down. With 86.8% of school nutrition programs facing procurement challenges*, there’s no room for teams to spend time stitching together data and reports.
At LINQ, we believe school nutrition teams shouldn’t have to battle inefficiencies to serve students. That’s why we’ve built tools that simplify daily operations, streamline compliance, and bring everything together in one place.
*SNA: SY 2024/25 School Nutrition Trends Report
Tools and Resources
Essential Resources for K-12 School Nutrition Leaders
Equip yourself with practical tools, proven strategies, and expert insights for school food service directors. From menu planning and compliance to staffing, training, and student engagement, use these resources to navigate today’s challenges and maximize your impact on student outcomes.
2025 K-12 Nutrition Year in Review: Stats, Strategies, and Field-Proven Resources
School nutrition leaders across the country turn challenges into opportunities every year.
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“Before LINQ, we were buried in spreadsheets. Now, we focus on what matters—feeding students.”
Katie Cossette, MDA, RDN, SNS
Director of Nutrition, St. Vrain Valley School District, CO
Run a Smoother Program, Start to Finish
Whether you’re moving students through the line or planning next week’s menu, LINQ gives you the tools to keep things running smoothly—without extra work for your team.
Serve Students Faster, Anywhere
Set up your POS your way. Choose from multiple serving modes and keep lines moving regardless of your internet connection.
Drive Participation All Year
Boost engagement with eye-catching digital displays, online ordering, and even vending machines that sync to your system.
Simplify the Family Experience
Give families one login to manage meal payments, view menus, complete forms, and more with LINQ Connect.
Take the Guesswork Out of Planning
Build daily and monthly menus, analyze nutrition, and adjust for special diets. With LINQ, compliance is built in.
Track It All, Production to Plate
Enter information once and it flows everywhere. Integrated tools let your teams focus on what matters.
Make Audit-Readiness Automatic
Stay up to date with the latest requirements and generate Administrative Review packets in just a few clicks.
Featured Customer Spotlight
Making a Difference in School Nutrition
Meet the people putting students first to make mealtime the best part of the day.
Faster lines mean students get more time to eat and food waste goes down. Find out how Mesa Public Schools makes it happen while serving over 44K meals per day.
“We get the kids through the line quicker, which gives them more time to eat and enjoy their food.”
Sabrina Kvavle, RD, SNS
Director of Food & Nutrition, Mesa Public Schools
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Find out how LINQ can partner with your team to solve challenges, help teams do more with less, and unlock your program’s potential.
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