Are you looking to reinvigorate your baking curriculum and bring new energy to your classroom? This summer, the Home Baking Association invites Family and Consumer Sciences educators to take part in a dynamic series of hands-on workshops designed specifically to support and elevate your professional development requirements for FCS baking educators.

Held in conjunction with Family and Consumer Sciences conferences across the U.S., these engaging sessions are an opportunity to explore innovative teaching strategies, connect with fellow educators, and take your classroom baking instruction to the next level. Workshop content may be eligible for CEU credit—please check with the organizers of each event to confirm.

Why Should You Attend?

Each stop on the Summer Learning Tour is packed with practical and inspiring content that goes beyond the basics. You’ll:

✅ Explore the science behind baking to better explain the “why” behind classroom techniques

✅ Engage in hands-on learning through interactive labs and real-time demonstrations

✅ Collaborate with peers and share best practices for effective classroom instruction

✅ Gain classroom-ready resources you can use to teach baking with confidence and creativity

✅ Discover new trends in baking—from Farm-to-Oven connections to Baking and STEAM integrations

Whether you’re new to teaching baking or a seasoned pro looking for fresh ideas, these workshops are designed to meet you where you are and help you grow.

📍 Idaho
FCS Basecamp / June 23-27 / Moscow, ID / Find more info here

📍 Montana
Montana Build FCS Baking STEAM Workshop / June 19-20 / East Helena, MT / Find more info here

📍 Missouri
National AAFCS Conference / June 23-24 / Kansas City, MO / Find more info here

📍 North Dakota
North Dakota Build FCS Baking STEAM Workshop / July 15-16 / Bismark, ND / Find more info here

📍 Texas
FACS Texas Association of Teachers / July 14-18 / Addison, TX/ Find more info here

📍 Wisconsin
Build FCS Baking STEAM: Home to Careers / July 31 / Stevens Point, WI / Find more info here

Let’s Get Baking!
With dates and locations across the country, it’s easy to find a Home Baking Association workshop that fits your summer schedule. Explore each workshop to find the one that’s right for you, and return to your classroom in the fall with new tools, fresh inspiration, and a renewed passion for baking education. Let’s make this summer the start of something delicious!

Can’t Make it? We’ve Got You Covered!

Our website boasts an Educator Resources section designed to cater to your specific needs. Explore everything we offer under the “Learn” tab on our homepage; age-appropriate resources, Lesson Plans, Infographics, Videos and more. In addition, look for our robust Glossary of Baking Terms, ensuring that your students have a comprehensive understanding of the terminology that forms the foundation of this timeless craft. Additionally, our library of classroom-friendly Recipes opens up a world of possibility for hands-on learning experiences that go beyond the textbook.

We encourage you to explore our social media platforms. These channels are not just avenues for information but also spaces where a community of passionate educators and baking enthusiasts come together to share ideas, insights, and success stories.

And finally, should you ever need personalized assistance or have specific inquiries, our Contact Us page is the gateway to connecting with our dedicated team. We are committed to supporting you on your educational journey and ensuring you have the resources necessary to empower the next generation.