2025 Fall Apple Press

A Message from the WSNA President: Our Path Forward

Dear WSNA Members,

I’m excited to share my plan of action as your President—a roadmap focused on growth, advocacy, and professional excellence to strengthen our association and support school nutrition programs across Washington.

Professional Development is a top priority. We’re working to enhance communication by updating our website regularly and promoting events via email and through social media. We’ll boost awareness and use of WSNA’s professional resources through targeted marketing, build a database of qualified educators for conferences and workshops, and improve how we share educational opportunities.

On Advocacy and Public Image, we’ll promote our PPL initiative to encourage greater member involvement. Training and resources will empower you to become effective advocates and help newcomers engage during our Day on the Hill. We’ll also work harder to educate policymakers about the vital role school nutrition plays, strengthen our social media presence, and position WSNA as a trusted voice for school nutrition in the media.

To grow our Membership and Community, we’ll host leadership events that reflect our diverse membership and values. Your involvement is key to our success.

Finally, strong Governance and Operations will ensure WSNA’s financial health and sustainability. We’ll engage in Strategic Planning, review our bylaws and governance structures annually, and focus on recruiting diverse leaders to guide us into the future.

Together, we can elevate school nutrition programs across Washington and support each other in this important work. I look forward to working with all of you this year.

Warmly,
Alexandra Epstein-Solfield
 President, Washington School Nutrition Association

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