Do you teach baking in a classroom or community program?

Each year the Home Baking Association awards outstanding educators in classrooms and communities who engage individuals, families and communities with the many educational benefits baking provides for personal, family or professional development.

This contest invites educators from all backgrounds, whether they teach in elementary schools, high schools, culinary programs, or community organizations, to share their innovative approaches to incorporating baking into their curriculum.

The submission process is a piece of cake, so no need to feel intimidated! Educators simply need to submit a description of their baking program or lesson plan, along with any accompanying materials such as recipes, photos, or videos.

Judging Criteria
Creativity (25%): Describe what made your program unique, fun and appealing to youth.  How did you use an interdisciplinary, multicultural and/or intergenerational approach?  What made the program stand out?  How did the students contribute to the program’s development?
Pre-Evaluation/Testing (15%): Analyze or describe the situation on which the program is based.  What shaped your planning process?  Who was your audience?  What were the students’ attitudes/skills before you began the program?  List measurable objectives.
Post-Evaluation/Testing (15%): Based on your pre-evaluation/testing objectives, describe the results of your program.  How many youth were reached?  What attitudes toward baking were fostered and what baking skills were achieved?  What other competencies were gained or improved? Did you meet your objectives?
Community Service (10%): Explain how your program helped or impacted your community.  Describe student community involvement and, if available, community response.