Cooking Up Change: How Kids Feeding Kids is Tackling Food Insecurity
In this episode of Transform Ed with Step Up, we chat with Diane Mora and Erika Iseminger, passionate educators from the Kids Feeding Kids initiative under Pete's Garden. This program links high school culinary lessons to real-world issues, specifically tackling food insecurity in our communities.
Diane, an executive chef turned Program and Education Director, shares her journey and emphasizes the value of hands-on learning that empowers students and fosters empathy. Erika, a culinary teacher at Liberty North High School, discusses how the program has transformed her teaching and instilled pride in her students as they prepare meals for families in need.
We explore the program's impact on students, the collaboration among educators, and the significant community contributions made through meal donations. Diane and Erica also provide insights for teachers interested in getting involved, including summer institutes that offer resources and support for similar projects.
This episode highlights the power of education to create meaningful change and inspires listeners to consider how they can make a difference in their communities. For more information about Kids Feeding Kids and the Summer Institute, check out the show notes. Thank you for listening, and until next time, stay curious and keep making a difference in education!
Resources:
Kids Feeding Kids
Summer Institute for 2025 Form
