Food Education is a vital part of students' development.

Since 2010, we have supported Pre-K-12 students with Food Education that is part of teachers’ classrooms and fosters informed food choices.

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Applications for the 2024-25 Food Education Fellowship NOW OPEN
Get hands-on with Food Education by joining our 6th Annual Food Education Fellowship!
 
We are seeking passionate PreK-12 educators interested in bringing Food Education to their classrooms in 2024-25. Each year, we welcome Fellows from across the country for monthly professional development sessions, peer learning opportunities, and resources for utilizing food as a teaching tool in their curriculum.
 
Applicants must have minimum 2 years’ teaching experience. Learn more and apply now through May 27, 2024! 
 
Become a SnackTime Explorers Lead Teacher

Bring SnackTime Explorers to your FFVP classroom in 2024-25!

Our SnackTime Explorers educational toolkit, designed in partnership with FRESHEALTH produce, adds an educational element to the USDA’s Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program. SnackTime Explorers Lead Teachers bring Food Ed. to their elementary students via bite-sized lessons.

Applications are open now through May 10, 2024. Learn more and apply at the link below!

SNACKTIME EXPLORERS WEBSITE

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Highly motivated PreK–12 educators in the United States with an interest in implementing Pilot Light Food Education lessons consistently in their virtual and/or in-person classrooms are encouraged to learn more and apply for our Food Education Fellowship each spring.

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Educators, caregivers, and young people can also check out our free library of classroom-based and eLearning lessons, videos, and recipes, as well as advocacy lessons to bring Food Education anywhere!

Visit the Food Education Center

We host professional development aligned to state standards and our own Food Education Standards. Stay tuned to our Calendar for upcoming events!

Learn about the Food Education Standards here

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We are looking for individuals who are passionate about Food Education and creating impact through our programs to join our team! 

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Food Education Standards

Our Food Education Standards are the first of their kind: a national, cohesive model designed by teachers and for teachers who integrate Food Education in their everyday classroom lessons in subjects such as Math, Reading, History, Science, and beyond.

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SnackTime Explorers needed! 🔍 🐶 🗺️

We are currently seeking Lead Teachers to join our SnackTime Explorers program in 2024-25! This educational toolkit has been designed for elementary school teachers who use the @usdagov’s Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP) in their classrooms. Not sure if your school has FFVP? Visit our website www.snacktimeexplorers.org to learn more and reach out to us with additional questions at snacktimeexplorers@pilotlightchefs.org. Applications are due May 10, 2024 - don’t forget to forward to a teacher in your life to help us spread the word about this exciting opportunity!

#snacktimeexplorers #foodeducation #pilotlightchefs #ffvp #elementaryschoolteacher #teachingopportunity #nutritioneducation #freshfruitsandveggies
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🎉 Exciting news! 🎉 We’re partnering with @busybeaverbuttonco for their 2024 Button-O-Matic Artist Series: Favorite Foods!

Join us May 10th @lexingtonbettysmokehouse and snag the exclusive button pack designed by Pilot Light students.🍏🎨 Sales support our mission and helps us raise awareness about the importance of Food Education!

Throughout history, buttons have been used to raise awareness and support great causes. We are so grateful for this partnership with the amazing team at Busy Beaver Button Co. in support of our mission!

Don’t miss the chance to be the first to see this new button collection designed by Pilot Light students! Link in our bio to RSVP!

#ButtonOMatic #FavoriteFoods #PilotLightChefs #EducationThroughFood #Buttons #BOM2024 #FoodEducation #StudentArtwork
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