professional learning for teachers

experience labs from a student's perspective

"I enjoyed getting time to run the labs themselves and having time to actually process the chemistry behind it. I truly felt like a student and I was learning in all the right ways. "
- Makala W., HS Chemistry Teacher (CO)

Now Accepting Applications for Our 2025–2026 Program

We are seeking educators who are passionate about using food to transform their students’ experience in science and are eager to share their ideas and expertise to enhance our lessons.

This year-long program launches with a 2-week summer workshop and continues throughout the school year as teachers implement lessons.

MIDDLE SCHOOL SCIENCE (July 8- July 17) For middle school science teachers (grades 6-8)

In-Person at Harvard University: Tuesday, July 8- Friday, July 11 (8-4pm)
Virtual: Monday, July 14- Thursday, July 17: 12-1pm - on Zoom + 3 hours asynchronous activities. Zoom time may be adjusted to accommodate people's time zones.

HIGH SCHOOL CHEMISTRY (July 22-August 1) For high school chemistry teachers (grades 9-12)

In-Person at Harvard University: Tuesday, July 22- Friday July 25 (8-4pm)
Virtual: Tuesday, July 29- Friday, August 1: 12-1pm - on Zoom + 3 hours asynchronous activities. Zoom time may be adjusted to accommodate people's time zones

This program is offered at no cost to participating teachers. In return, we expect all participants to be active members of our teacher community. You will be required to provide data and feedback throughout the program, engage in co-design opportunities, and share how you customize materials for your students. We recognize that teachers have a lot on their plates, so we are mindful of the time and effort we ask of you. See testimonials below and answers to other FAQS here.

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We have reached over 500 teachers through workshops and presentations.

Our curriculum-based teacher professional learning workshops focus on providing teachers with:

Active learning opportunities: experiencing labs and lessons from a student's perspective

Subject matter knowledge around the science of food and cooking

Pedagogical knowledge around phenomena-based learning and sensemaking (NGSS aligned)

Sustained support and community of practice throughout the school year

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Teacher Testimonials

"At the end of the day, learning how many different applications a simple food recipe can have to my existing curriculum is huge, and learning how to break it down into each concept/standard covered transformed my outlook on my curriculum. "

- Jocelyn, HS Chemistry Teacher, MI

"I enjoyed getting to work together with some amazing educators and try out all of the hands-on activities for myself. Trying them out made the lessons feel more approachable and less intimidating."

- Lacee, MS Science Teacher, CO

"The workshop gave me a lot of confidence to teach in a new way. I learned so many practical ways to help kids see chemistry in their daily lives. I think it's going to really help the stigma around chemistry in my space."

- Maizie, HS Chemistry Teacher, NV

Past Teacher Workshops

Approximately 320 teachers have attended our PD workshops. These are primarily in-person workshops, but we have also facilitated virtual workshops over Zoom.