ARMA, Kan. — The Northeast School District Food Services Department recently received a certificate of distinction from the Kansas Department of Education for its past partnerships with local farms. USD 246 was named the 2023 Farm to School Census Kansas Superstar by the Kansas State Department of Education Child Nutrition and Wellness program for its involvement in local procurement, education and garden activities, and staff time dedicated to Farm to School. The Farm to School initiative links local or regional farms with K–12 schools to offer wholesome meals made with products that are acquired locally.