MSU Extension Community Change Hub

Be a Community Champion - Improving School Wellness

July 16, 2026

Dawn Pulley is a Food Service Director for Bendle Public Schools and a member of the School Nutrition Association board in Michigan.

From greeting students by name each day to securing grant funding, upgrading kitchen equipment, incorporating locally sourced foods and supporting a school garden, she and her team are creating a school environment that helps children connect with and enjoy fresh, healthy foods.