Sheldon ISD Celebrates Child Nutrition Department’s Success at State Conference
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Sheldon ISD is proud to announce that our Child Nutrition Department earned five prestigious accolades at this year’s Texas Association for School Nutrition (TASN) Conference in Grapevine, Texas.
We extend a special commendation to Director Barbara Vasser-Baldwin and Assistant Director Jennie LaCour, who also served as conference presenters, sharing their leadership and industry expertise with child nutrition professionals from across the state.
2025-2026 TASN Awards Received:
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Certification Award
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Membership Award
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Continuing Education Award
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Partnership in Child Nutrition Award
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Nutrition Education Award
These distinctions reflect our team's steadfast commitment to operational excellence, professional development, and the health and well-being of the students of Sheldon ISD.
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