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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Learn from the experts: Pilot Light Educator Ryan Johnson shares the inside scoop on all things teaching science through Food Education! Connect our Food Education Standards and the NGSS to enhance your curriculum and improve student outcomes.
Every student deserves access to hands-on Food Education. Now, you can discover the incredible impact of your support by reading our latest Impact Report. Learn how Pilot Light teachers and students are creating a better food system future everyday!
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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!
Nov
6
Pilot Light Gala 2026: Feed Your Mind
6:00 PMRockwell on the River (3057 N Rockwell St, Chicago, IL 60618)
Pilot Light is thrilled to announce we have been awarded a 2026 grant from the Lake Michigan School Food System Innovation Hub in collaboration with @usdagov!
We are one of 16 organizations in the region that will be launching new projects to strengthen our local agriculture, boost regional economies, and improve school food in our communities!
Our project is titled "Classroom to Cafeteria - Elevating Awareness of Midwest-grown Foods through Integration of Sourcing and Impactful Student/Parent Education" and will advance our innovative integrated Food Education model in the Midwest.
We are excited to partner on this project with:
π @pths209
π @localfoodswholesale
π @ketapanenkitchen
Learn more at InnovateSchoolFood.org #InnovateSchoolFood #SchoolMeals
Food Education is transformational: bringing Pilot Light into your classroom can help improve student engagement, confidence, collaboration, and more. Swipe for real Food Ed. testimonials from our community of 2400+ educators across the country & teachers, leave a comment letting us know how Food Education has changed YOUR classroom!
