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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Food-Based Science Learning

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.

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DISCOVER the Impact of Your Donations on Our Classrooms

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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How you can support:

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Pilot Light has resources for educators, community members, and parents:

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

The Food Education Standards were written for teachers, by teachers so that every classroom can have access to hands-on Food Education. Learn more and start using the Standards in your classroom today! 

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We've learned from past efforts and improved upon other approaches.

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Pilot Light Gala 2026: Feed Your Mind

6:00 PM

Rockwell on the River (3057 N Rockwell St, Chicago, IL 60618)

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A young child wearing a chef's hat and apron smiling at the camera with the Pilot Light Picks: Feeding the Future of Food Education logo inscribed on the image.

Dine Out For A Cause With Pilot Light Picks!

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Food connects to all areas of our lives - why shouldn`t it connect to all areas of learning?

At Pilot Light, we believe in the power of food to build connections academically, socially, and developmentally. Learn more about Food Education and start using Pilot Light`s free educator resources today at our website: www.pilotlightchefs.org 💚

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Why do you choose the foods that you choose? 🤔

Get more free Food Education ideas, lesson plans, and resources — written by teachers, for teachers & families — on our Food Education Center: www.foodedu.pilotlightchefs.org and save this video for next year’s classroom inspo!

This lesson comes from Ms. Secka’s middle school math classroom in Chicago, IL!
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