The Newton County School System has earned the Golden Radish Award for the 10th consecutive year. This statewide farm-to-school distinction acknowledges school districts that facilitate the integration of comprehensive farm-to-school initiatives outlined by the United States Department of Agriculture.

Forty-seven school districts received this recognition during the state of Georgia’s School Nutrition Director’s Conference held at the University of Georgia Continuing Education Conference Center in October. The award was presented to Abdul Lindsay, school nutrition director, and chef Tanesha Baker of Newton County School System. The Golden Radish Award is administered by Georgia’s Departments of Education, Agriculture, and Public Health in partnership with the University of Georgia. State Superintendent Richard Woods personally congratulated the school district representatives in attendance.