Education Programs

Pilot Light programs weave food literacy into existing academic frameworks from math and science to social studies and language arts —while building a generation of food-literate leaders equipped to shape a more sustainable, equitable food future. These paid professional development programs invest in teachers as the leaders of the Food Education movement.

Classroom to Cafeteria

Pilot Light’s new Classroom to Cafeteria (C2C) program creates a school-wide Food Education culture. Through C2C, educators build meaningful relationships with their school food professionals. Ultimately, the bridge between the classroom and the cafeteria is built as a result of students learning about the food being served in their school cafeteria during regular classroom instruction.

SnackTime Explorers

The SnackTime Explorers program is a series of adaptable mini-lessons designed to supplement educators who participate in the USDA’s Fresh Fruit and Vegetable (FFVP) program. FFVP brings fresh-cut produce to eligible schools, increasing exposure to and familiarity with fresh fruits and vegetables.