Arkansas School Nutrition Association
Arkansas School Nutrition Association
  • About Us
  • Board of Directors
  • Earnestine Camp
  • Local Chapters
  • Events & Resources
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    • About Us
    • Board of Directors
    • Earnestine Camp
    • Local Chapters
    • Events & Resources
    • Awards & Scholarships
  • About Us
  • Board of Directors
  • Earnestine Camp
  • Local Chapters
  • Events & Resources
  • Awards & Scholarships

Feeding Bodies. Fueling Minds.

Feeding Bodies. Fueling Minds. Feeding Bodies. Fueling Minds. Feeding Bodies. Fueling Minds.

Feeding Bodies. Fueling Minds.

Feeding Bodies. Fueling Minds. Feeding Bodies. Fueling Minds. Feeding Bodies. Fueling Minds.

Child Nutrition Director Recognized, Tina Byrd

Tina Byrd

Serving Jasper and surrounding communities

Serving Jasper and surrounding communities

 Child Nutrition Director

Jasper School District

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Serving Jasper and surrounding communities

Serving Jasper and surrounding communities

Serving Jasper and surrounding communities

 Her staff drives 467 miles a week to distribute food in rural NWA.   

Meals on the go!

Serving Jasper and surrounding communities

Meals on the go!

 She received a grant award last year and was able to purchase a refrigerated box truck. Providing a way for her staff to distribute food in NWA.

Meet Our Leadership

Grace George, Vice President

Grace George, Vice President

Grace George, Vice President

Please congratulate Grace George of Fort Smith Public Schools on her recent appointment as Vice President of

ArSNA. Grace is the Director of Child Nutrition at Fort Smith Public Schools. With 26 years of experience in

education, Grace has spent the last decade focusing on Child Nutrition. Grace is dedicated to fostering an environment where

Please congratulate Grace George of Fort Smith Public Schools on her recent appointment as Vice President of

ArSNA. Grace is the Director of Child Nutrition at Fort Smith Public Schools. With 26 years of experience in

education, Grace has spent the last decade focusing on Child Nutrition. Grace is dedicated to fostering an environment where students feel valued and supported while receiving a nutritious meal.

Secretary/Treasurer

Grace George, Vice President

Grace George, Vice President

Welcome again, Tina Nodine, as our first elected Secretary/Treasurer for ArSNA! Tina has already served as Treasurer and will now serve an additional 2 years as Secretary/Treasurer. She is the Child Nutrition Coordinator at

Springdale Public Schools, where her passion for feeding kids shines through every day. She is committed to ensuring that every child feels special, welcomed, and included.

Mission Statement

Our mission is to empower and support school nutrition professionals in advancing the accessibility, quality, and integrity of school nutrition programs.  


Our Vision

Our vision is for every student to have access to nutritious meals at school, ensuring their optimal health and well-being.  

About Us

The purpose of the ArSNA website is to serve as a direct resource for its members to enhance their professional growth and development. The website will also serve as an information center for conferences, registration, research findings, and best practices for program operations.  Membership Benefits: As a member of the Arkansas School Nutrition Association (ArSNA), you gain access to a wide array of valuable resources, professional development opportunities, and exclusive perks designed to support your career and enhance the quality of school nutrition programs across the state. As a member, you will be able to:


  • Enhance and further your career through SNA Certification and Credentialing
  • Increase your wealth of knowledge with professional development materials and up-to-date industry news
  • Express your concerns and show your support for child nutrition programs to local, state, and national government officials
  • Network with industry peers, share information, and discover best practices to apply in your programs at SNA conferences and through the Online Communities
  • Receive a subscription to SNA’s award-winning publication School Nutrition magazine
  • Take advantage of scholarship and grant opportunities
  • Enjoy a variety of members-only discounts on products and programs, including Emporium purchases, conference registrations, latest research findings, SNA Certification, and insurance plans.
  • Access members-only information on the SNA website, including additional news and talking points, Online Communities, archives of School Foodservice & Nutrition, Tuesday Morning, and several "Tools You Can Use" such as the Promotional Calendar.

Become a Member

If you would like to become a SNA Member, please use the link below access the Membership Application.

Membership Application

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