Mary Thornton, the longtime Food Service Director at Harvest Table, has been honored with the prestigious Elon Medallion, recognizing her outstanding contributions to sustainable food service and community nutrition. The award highlights Thornton’s innovative programs that have transformed school cafeterias across the district, emphasizing farm‑to‑table sourcing, waste reduction and nutrition education for students. Colleagues praised her leadership in forging partnerships with local growers and implementing cost‑effective, health‑focused menus that have become a model for other districts. The ceremony, attended by education officials and industry peers, underscores how Thornton’s vision is reshaping the way institutions feed the next generation.
Harvest Table's Mary Thornton receives Elon Medallion FoodService Director
