Case Study: Suffolk Public Schools boosts K-12 nutrition revenue and simplifies operations with LINQ District Nutrition

Boosting Revenue and Simplifying K-12 Nutrition Operations

Suffolk Public Schools, a growing district in Virginia, needed a unified solution to manage its complex K-12 nutrition program. Their previous system relied on inefficient paper-based processes and disparate software platforms, making it difficult to manage operations, support remote work, and generate needed revenue through an à la carte program while maintaining compliance.

The district implemented the LINQ District Nutrition platform to consolidate all operations into a single, digital system. This solution from LINQ streamlined reporting, enabled a shift toward cashless payments, and efficiently managed the new à la carte program. The results were significant time savings for staff and substantial new revenue, with some schools generating up to $2,500 in additional monthly sales, which was reinvested into equipment and staff support.

Suffolk Public Schools

Angela Howell

Nutrition Services Compliance Coordinator