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An energetic after-school cooking program at Florence Elementary’s Maker Space for grades 1–4. Kids learn kitchen skills, teamwork, and seasonal American recipes across a 10-class fall session.
An energetic after-school cooking program at Florence Elementary’s Maker Space for grades 1–4. Kids learn kitchen skills, teamwork, and seasonal American recipes across a 10-class fall session.
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At Florence Elementary’s Maker Space on Keller ISD grounds, CookLearnGrow Culinary Academy runs a lively after-school cooking program—Tuesdays from September 15 to December 8, 3:30–4:30 PM—where first- through fourth-graders spend an hour building kitchen skills, confidence, and camaraderie. The class centers on American seasonal recipes in honor of America’s 250th: think crisp apple skillet dishes, savory squash bakes, and simple heritage desserts that teach technique as well as taste. The Maker Space is set up like a small teaching kitchen: low counters sized for kids, a bank of classroom ovens, sinks for quick cleanup, and a communal work table where recipes progress from ingredient prep to plated dishes. Weekly lessons introduce knife safety, measuring, basic baking chemistry, and teamwork exercises. Each session features new recipes and seasonal activities, so students return to familiar routines while tackling fresh challenges. The program runs ten classes total; note there are no classes on October 13, November 3, and November 24. CookLearnGrow packages the session (listed at $375 per session) to include supplies; parents should send kids in closed-toe shoes, with long hair tied back and optional aprons. The program’s accessibility notes and group size are not specified in the listing; for questions about accommodations, email [email protected]. Policy details: duration is one hour; cancellation policy permits no refunds within two weeks of the start date. The class is practical community programming that links school life with culinary literacy. For families in the Keller ISD area, this class becomes a weekly after-school ritual—an opportunity for students to handle real ingredients, learn kitchen hygiene, and share food in a supervised, educational setting. The focus on American-inspired fall flavors gives the curriculum a local-food feel: instructors often highlight common seasonal produce (apples, winter squash, pumpkins) and explain where those ingredients come from, reinforcing food systems knowledge alongside cooking technique. Safety and allergy rules are explicit: the program accommodates nut allergies but cannot accept students with egg, gluten, or other food allergies requiring an EpiPen, except for nut-only cases. That makes it crucial for parents to check medical needs before enrolling. Teachers structure lessons to connect cooking tasks with reading and math skills—measuring fractions, reading recipes, and following sequential steps—so sessions support classroom learning as well as practical competence. Parents report improved independence at home, and kids leave with recipes to try again. Enrollment is limited to the registered list; to reserve a spot, click the date on the calendar via the booking link provided in the program listing.
This session is for grades 1–4.
Tuesdays, 3:30–4:30 PM at Florence Elementary - Maker Space, September 15 to December 8 (ten classes).
The class fee is $375 per session and includes supplies.
No refunds are issued within two weeks of the class/camp start date.
The program accommodates nut allergies only; it cannot enroll students who require an EpiPen for severe food allergies other than nuts.
Email [email protected] for questions about enrollment or accommodations.
CookLearnGrow is a culinary education provider focused on hands‑on cooking and baking programs for children and community groups. The organization partners with schools, community centers, and churches to deliver after‑school sessions, holiday classes, and multi‑week clubs targeted mainly at elementary grades (PK–5) while also offering youth bridge classes and adult workshops. Programs feature seasonal recipes and a rotating curriculum. Many fall 2025 listings specify eight‑week sessions, one‑hour themed classes, and specialty workshops such as a Girl Scouts knife safety badge session and adult charcuterie classes. CookLearnGrow runs birthday party experiences in multiple Texas markets and offers class formats for classrooms, small groups, and private events. Instructors lead students through safe, age‑appropriate culinary techniques, including measuring, mixing, basic knife safety, and baking fundamentals. Sessions emphasize teamwork, confidence building, and practical life skills that complement academic and social development. The organization maintains a calendar of scheduled sessions and school partnerships for fall 2025, with dozens of listed programs and community offerings. Families and program coordinators can find options for Grade K–5, preschool/kindergarten classes, specialty holiday cooking, and short badge‑style workshops. CookLearnGrow’s public listings include sessions across school districts and cities, plus adult and private event options, giving families multiple ways to participate in hands‑on culinary learning.
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