2016-17 SNA Presentations for Leadership
Below are instructions and descriptions of all SNA-designed presentations available to SNA national leaders for use during annual state conference visits. All presentations and handouts listed below may be downloaded at www.schoolnutrition.org/LeadersPresent2015
What to Present:
As per the newly revised SNA policy, national leaders should plan to conduct the following during each state conference visit:
1. SNA Update/ Personal Leadership Journey Story at General Session (30 mins)
2. Installation of Officers (if applicable)
3. One Break-Out Session of the state association’s choice, from the list below (60 mins)
Also available to you in preparing for state visits, you will find:
4. Short Updates about SNA Programs (which can be used to briefly discuss specific topics)
5. Board Governance and SN Trends Presentations (which are available to you, but should not be used as break-out sessions on a regular basis)
6. Videos for use in enhancing your break-out session
A Library of Icebreakers is also available to you to kick-off your break-out sessions with a little fun and get to know your audience.
Using and Conducting the Presentations:
· Presentations have bulleted talking points in the notes section on each slide. National leaders should read the notes thoroughly before the presentation to become familiar with the content and the presentation. Notes are not to be read word-for-word during the session. They are a guide for national leaders.
· Videos are available for your use to enhance a presentation. The use of videos is completely optional at the discretion of the national leader and the availability of the adequate technology through the state association. If you plan to use a video, please test it out in the conference room/laptop you will be using prior to your presentation.
· If handouts are available for a break-out session, coordinate with the state association to ensure handouts will be printed and given during the session. SNA will not print and ship the handouts.
· It is recommended that 10 to 15 minutes be allotted for Q&A at the end of all break-out sessions.
For Questions or Assistance:
Contact SNA Executive Office Operations Association, Brenda Rowe, at or (301) 686-3156 or SNA State Affiliate Relations Manager, Sara Sanders, at or (301) 686-3074.
1. SNA Update & Leadership Journey
When visiting a state conference, it is highly recommended that you present an SNA Update and share your own personal leadership journey story at a General Session. The presentations should take a total of about 30 minutes.
SNA Update
· Overview of updates from SNA national on SNA’s strategic plan, SNA programs, SNA advocacy efforts, and other timely issues
· 20 minutes
Leadership Journey
· Template to create your own leadership journey presentation
· 10 minutes
2. Installation Ceremonies
When visiting a state conference, it is recommended that you conduct the state board installation for the upcoming year (if applicable). SNA has multiple versions of scripts for the Installation Ceremony for you to customize and use. Please feel free to choose from the list below, create your own installation with its own theme, or use an installation ceremony from another source. Please note that you may need to edit the script to ensure it accurately covers all of the positions on the state association board. SNA staff will assist you in collecting the names of board members to install from the state association.
Installation Ceremony Script (Version 1)
· Generic script of Installation Ceremony
· About 20 minutes
Installation Ceremony Script (Version 2)
· Generic script of Installation Ceremony
· About 20 minutes
Installation Ceremony Script (Version-Building Blocks)
· Script of Installation Ceremony with a children’s building blocks theme
· Recommended props: building blocks
· About 30 minutes
Installation Ceremony Script (Version-Hero)
· Script of Installation Ceremony with a hero theme
· Recommended props: super hero capes
· About 30 minutes
3. Break-Out Sessions
When visiting a state conference, it is recommended that you conduct one break-out session of the state association’s choice, which will most likely take 60 minutes. While planning the visit, SNA staff will help promote which sessions are available for the state to request. Below is a list of all available break-out session presentations, along with ideas to enhance your session.
A-PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
How SNA Can Help You Meet Professional Standards
· Overview of resources available from SNA to help navigate Professional Standards. Review benefits and requirements of SNA’s Certificate and Credentialing programs and how they are aligned with Professional Standards.
· About 45 minutes
· Ideas to enhance the session:
o Use the FAQs as a preparation tool for the presentation and be sure to have a copy handy for yourself to answer questions from the audience
o Hand out the Professional Standards flyer and the Summary of Requirements to participants
Get your SNA Certificate in School Nutrition in 3 Easy Steps
· Overview of requirements for SNA Certificate in School Nutrition and how the program is aligned with Professional Standards.
· About 30 minutes
· Ideas to enhance the session:
o Hand out the SNA Certificate Program Guide and the SNA Certificate Program Application
o Ask a couple members from the state to share their experiences with and the value of the SNA Certificate Program. Consider asking a school nutrition director to share the value of the Certificate Program for their staff and an employee or kitchen manager to share the value personally.
Take Your First Step towards Achieving the SNS Credential
· Overview of the importance, eligibility requirements and content areas of the SNS Exam, as well as an explanation of exam preparation tools, resources, and tips.
· About 30 minutes
· Ideas to enhance the session:
o Hand out the SNS Credentialing Handbook
o Ask a member from the state to share their experience earning the SNS and the value of the SNS
B-MEMBERSHIP AND MEMBER BENEFITS
Take Advantage of Your SNA Membership!
· Focuses on member benefits and how members can take advantage of them
· About 30 minutes
· Ideas to enhance the session:
o Hand out membership brochures and flyers about membership programs
o Find an enthusiastic state board member to help you present the session and discuss membership benefits at the state and local levels
o Show the School District-Owned Membership video before presenting that portion of the presentation
Tools and Tips to Revitalize Your Local Chapter
· Discuss tried-and-true techniques to recruit and retain members and nurture leaders at the local level. This includes an overview of the chapter resources available from SNA.
· About 45 minutes
· Ideas to enhance the session:
o Find local chapter leaders who are successful from the state you are visiting to help share their ideas
o Hand out the Chapter Event Planning Tool, Sample Chapter Calendar, and Membership Elevator Speech
o Ask participants to practice making their own “membership ask” in a role-playing exercise and then facilitate a discussion about the experience
o Use the Chapter Event Planning Tool and have local chapter leaders brainstorm how to make the most of an upcoming meeting
Energize Your Team with STEPS!
· Overview of SNA’s personal wellness program for SNA members and how to participate
· About 20 minutes
· Ideas to enhance the session:
o Hand out STEPS Program flyer and factsheet and ask SNA for STEPS Challenge Ribbons
o Show the Denise Austin motivational video at the beginning of the session
o Do a quick stretching activity with the group to get them up and moving
o Ask a state board/ local member who utilizing STEPS in their district to share their experiences with the program
Recognize Outstanding Employees, Managers and Directors with the SNA Awards Program Overview of the awards available to members and information on how to apply
· About 45 minutes
· Ideas to enhance the session:
o Hand out the award nomination forms
o Ask a state board member to discuss why the awards program is important and how award winners will be recognized at the state level
o Ask a previous award winner or award nominator from the state to discuss their experiences with the process and what winning an SNA award means to them
o Brainstorm colleagues to nominate for an award
How to Navigate the SNA Website
· Walk through how to navigate the new SNA website
· About 45 minutes
· Ideas to enhance the session:
o With internet access, take the audience through the website directly
o Include a couple quiz-questions at the end about “where would you find. . .” specific items or resources and give a small token to those who answer correctly
o Ask a state board member to also showcase the state association’s website and online resources
C- PROMOTING YOUR PROGRAM AND ADVOCACY
Block Grants: Putting School Meals on the Chopping Block!
· This presentation will provide a brief update on where we are with Child Nutrition Reauthorization.
· It will you leave with a better understanding of: 1) where we are in the CNR process; 2) what block grants are; and if implemented, 3) just how detrimental they would be to school nutrition programs.
Promoting Your Program, Making the Most of Media Opportunities, and How SNA Can Help!
· PR Tools from SNA to help you promote your program and work with the media, along with marketing programs. Works best when audience shares their PR challenges and success stories
· About 30 minutes
· Ideas to enhance session:
o VIDEO: SNA’s Public Service Announcement (PSA)
o Ask for state or local members to share their experiences with working with the media effectively or promoting their programs in an innovative way
Cafeteria Visits 101: Bringing Congress to Your School
· How to plan and schedule a visit with your legislators, helpful tips on showcasing your cafeteria, necessary steps to ensure a successful event, and important follow up tips
· About 30 minutes
· Ideas to enhance session:
o Hand out the Cafeteria Site Visit 101 toolkit
o Ask for state or local members to share their experiences hosting cafeteria visits
Wake Up to School Breakfast with NSBW 2016
· Overview of National School Breakfast Week 2016 and how to leverage this marketing opportunity to promote your program and energize your staff
· About 30 minutes
· Ideas to enhance session:
o Hand out the National School Breakfast Week 2016 Toolkit
o Ask a state board/local member to share how they have celebrated NSBW
D- LEADERSHIP AND PLAN OF ACTION
Planning Your Leadership Year with the SNA 2015-16 Annual Plan
· Discuss key strategies and goals for SNA’s 205-16 Strategic Plan, including state-specific strategies.
· About 30 minutes
· Ideas to enhance session:
o Hand out the Potential State Strategies document and go over with the group
o Discuss how the state strategies can be pared down to the local chapter level
4. Short Updates about SNA Programs
School District Owned Membership
· Understand what school district membership is and the recent enhancements
· About 20 minutes
SNF Scholarships and Grants for SNA Members
· Overview of the scholarships available to members and information on how to apply
· About 30 minutes
Star Club
· Overview of the Star Club, SNA’s membership recruitment recognition program
· About 10 minutes
My Account Tutorial
· Walk through how to use My Account to access membership information
· About 15 minutes
SNA Leadership Ladder
· Help audience understand the benefits of becoming a member of the state and national boards and how to move up the leadership ladder. We encourage you to ask a state board member to share their personal story about what they’ve gained by being a leader in SNA.
· About 15-20 minutes
Why School Nutrition Professionals are HEROES!
· Provide an overview of School Lunch Hero Day, share how heroes across the country celebrated this day in the past, and provide ideas on how to prepare for future celebrations
· About 15 minutes
· Ideas to enhance session:
o VIDEO: School Lunch Hero Day
5. Board Governance and SN Trends Presentations
Duties and Responsibilities of the Board of Directors
· Overview of duties and responsibilities of association directors and officers, key legal issues affecting associations and guidelines for leaders of the association and its affiliates. This presentation was created by Barnes & Thornburg LLP and should be used as a full presentation.
· About 30 minutes
Guidance for a Successful Year
· Provide guidance for a successful year as an association leader. This can also be applied to general leadership. This presentation works best using examples or situations that are relatable for the audience.
· About 15 minutes
Knowledge-Based Decision Making
· Encourage people to understand the importance of knowledge-based decision making and how to make knowledge-based decisions. This would work best as a facilitated discussion. The session could last for 30 to 45 minutes but would require the presenter to facilitate brainstorming and audience participation.
· About 15 minutes
Navigating Change
· Help audience understand how to embrace change and make the best of change.
· About 30 minutes
Bridging the Gap: Generations Working Together
· Discuss how, for the first time in history, four generations are working together in the workplace and in association leadership. Teach the values of each generation and explore ways to work effectively together.
· About 45 minutes
Trends in School Nutrition
· Overview of trends based on latest SNA research and lunch and breakfast participation
· About 30 minutes
6. Videos
· A Word from Your President Video
· Advocacy Video
· STEPS Challenge Video
· School District Owned Membership (SDM) Video
· School Lunch Hero Day Video
· SNA Membership Video
· SNA PSA Video
· Mission, Vision and Values Video
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August 1, 2015- July 31, 2016