HUDSON, N.H. — Hudson School District Director of Food Services Karen Atherton has been named the 2026 New Hampshire State Director of the Year, as announced by the School Nutrition Association (SNA).
The School Nutrition Association is a national non-profit organization that helps recognize the efforts of school nutrition professionals who ensure students across the country benefit from healthy meals each school day. SNA annually gives out awards to school nutrition employees, managers, and directors at the state level, then announces regional and national honorees.
Atherton has helped institute numerous programs and celebrations throughout the district to promote student nutrition. Most recently, she developed programming at all the district’s schools as part of the National School Breakfast Week to help students engage and understand the benefits of healthy eating at the beginning of each day.
“This is a tremendous and well-deserved honor for Karen Atherton,” said Hudson School District Superintendent Dan Moulis. “She has done a great job of leading our food services department, and I am appreciative that she is being recognized for the tireless effort she puts in to help our entire district community.”
She also authors the “Food & Nutrition Wellness Minute Blog” that is published on the district website and social media channels. The blog includes frequent updates and tips for families to stay active and follow healthy living habits.
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