Do you teach baking in a classroom or community program?
You may be eligible to win $1,000 and a trip to the HBA Annual Meeting!
The Home Baking Association and North Dakota Mill have partnered to present the annual Educator Award honoring 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.
Entry Deadline: May 1st, 2026
The Educator Award is a testament to the Home Baking Association’s commitment to fostering baking education in schools and communities. 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. Whether you’ve implemented a weekly baking club, integrated baking into your science curriculum, or organized community baking events, the Home Baking Association wants to hear from you!
Share this page with your friends and colleagues and let us know if you know someone who has what it takes to win!
Who’s Eligible?
What to Enter? Submit a baking lesson, baking community service program or adult/teen leader skill training. A baking lesson, activity or program can include “Bake for Family Fun” month, Bake and Take Day, bake sale, community service baking programs, or anything else that promotes baking.
Guidelines and Application: View Entry Guidelines
Entry deadline is May 1st, 2026. Entry form and lesson plan must be included together whether submitted online or by mail.
Download this informational flyer for more information
Examples of Award-Winning Lesson Plans
These past winners have demonstrated creativity, dedication, and a true passion for sharing the joy of baking with their students and communities. View these announcements from 2023 and 2024:
2021 Winner
Elizabeth Susan Hagan
FCS Educator
Bayard, Iowa
Entry: Bearthday Celebrations: How Baking at Home Takes You Around the Globe
2020 Winner
Marla Prusa
FCS Educator
Howells, Nebraska
Entry: Pastry Pizazz
2019 Winner
Delaine Stendahl
FCS Educator
Whitehall, Wisconsin
Entry: Ingredient Super-Heroes
to the Rescue
We are committed to supporting baking educators interested in this prestigious award. Please let us know if you have any questions, or would like assistance in completing your submission.
Home Baking Association
Executive Director – Chris Kirby
PO Box 720963
Oklahoma City, OK 73172
