New Look of School Milk
 Moove over cartons, the New Look of School Milk is here!!
Milk has a new look in schools. New 8 oz plastic bottles are appearing in many Arizona schools. Kids love the new bottle and find it easier to open, tastes better, and stays colder longer. Even better, more kids are taking milk in the meal lines just by making the switch from paper cartons to plastic bottles. Many school nutrition directors that have made the switch have found that while milk plays a critical nutritional role in their students' health, it also plays a role in increased revenues for the cafeterias.
New Look of School Milk Superstars!!!
Join the following districts in serving the New Look of School Milk too:
- Cave Creek Unified
- Chandler Unified
- Dysart Unified
- Gilbert Unified
- Glendale Elementary
- Litchfield Elementary
- Madison Elementary
- Peoria Unified
- Phoenix Elementary
- Roosevelt Elementary
- Scottsdale Unified
Want to learn more about how you can make the switch to plastic? Please contact us for more information or to schedule a consult or training.
New Look of School Milk On-Line Calculator
Thinking of switching to New Look but not sure where to begin? Try our new on-line assessment tool to see how your district can afford the New Look of School Milk. Click here to begin the school assessment. The Dairy Council of Arizona is committed to helping you convert from paper cartons to the new plastic bottles that are now available. Once you complete the survey, be sure to contact us for ideas in finding ways to cover any costs that you may have to incur. We have creative solutions to help you implement and adopt the New Look of School Milk!!
View the NLSM Splash ad here!
New Look of School Milk Online Course
Now you can get in-depth information about the New Look of School Milk and also earn one credit hour of School Nutrition Association (SNA) CEUs. The New Look of School Milk Online course, developed by National Dairy Council® and School Nutrition Association, is complete with interactive activities and video testimonials from school nutrition professionals. You will investigate:
- the role milk plays in a Healthy School Environment
- the results of the School Milk Pilot Test
- an assessment of your current milk program
- the benefits of the New Look of School Milk
- an evaluation New Look of School Milk program for your district
Take the course today by going to Child Nutrition U on SNA's Web site!
“DRINK IT THEN SINK IT!” Recycling Program
Dairy Council of Arizona has new recycling bins available to school districts that have converted over to the New Look of School Milk. There are many benefits to recycling plastic bottles and cans:
- Reduces our district’s waste management costs
- Teaches children social responsibility and to respect the environment
- Saves 50% of the energy needed to make products from new resin
- Helps the environment by reducing landfill space and greenhouse gas emissions
- Fulfills the demand for recycled plastics, which is much greater than the supply
- Can be manufactured into a myriad of products, from decks to fleece sweaters to basketball backboards
Recycling is as simple as setting up a bin and creating awareness. It’s just as easy to throw away plastic bottles and cans in special bins as in other garbage bins. The “DRINK IT THEN SINK IT!” Program has specialized recycling bins, located in the cafeteria and in select areas of the school. Student awareness is being created through colorful posters, PA announcements and a kick-off promotion, beginning (day, date). To request recycling bins please contact Pat Johnson at pjohnson@dcaz.org.
Click here for the Recycling and NLSM Fact Sheet.
How do I begin a Recycling Program?
Starting a recycling program can be a big but rewarding challenge. Need tips on how to begin? Read on for more great information...
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