FoodNiche-ED Student Innovation Showcase

FoodNiche-ED is inviting school leaders and teachers to participate in a high-impact program that culminates in a national-stage student showcase at Cornell Tech University in Manhattan.

Event Date: May 26, 2026
Location: Cornell Tech University, NYC (Manhattan)

AWARDS: Winning teams (First, Second & Third Place) receive plaques and feature in post-event press announcements

✅ Real-world science, made relevant

Students apply science to real-world challenges connected to food, health, and communities—so learning feels meaningful and memorable.

✅ Critical thinking + leadership development

Students build problem-solving, collaboration, and leadership skills through structured, engaging learning experiences.

✅ A national-stage presentation experience

Selected students present their ideas on stage, strengthening confidence, communication, and pride in their work, an experience they remember.

This experience is designed to be simple, flexible, and fully aligned with what you are already doing in your classroom.

There is no need to introduce new curriculum or redesign your plans.
Students can build on projects or concepts they have already learned this year and elevate them into a presentation for the showcase.

Upon registration, you will receive a lightweight support package to guide your students, including:

• Student-friendly presentation templates (poster or slides)
• A simple framework for refining existing work
• Guidance on connecting classroom concepts to real-world applications
• Clear expectations for showcase presentations

These materials are designed for quick implementation and can be used immediately without disrupting your schedule.

Students will:

• Deepen their understanding of concepts already covered in class
• Apply their knowledge to real-world ideas and solutions
• Prepare a short presentation or visual showcase of their work

This is an opportunity to enhance—not add to—your current instruction.

Each registration provides:

• Entry for 1 teacher + 2 students
• Access to all instructional materials and preparation resources
• Participation in the FoodNiche-ED Student Showcase
• Certificates of recognition for students and teachers

Schools are welcome to submit multiple registrations to include additional students or classes.

This is more than an event—it is a culminating experience that allows your students to:

• Present their work in a real-world setting
• Build confidence in communication
• Engage with peers from other schools
• Experience an inspiring academic environment

Presentations will focus on student-led research or solutions on:

• Sustainability
• Food Waste
• Food Insecurity
• Food & Health Innovation

Learning opportunities, rubric and other details will be provided after registration.

Presentations are for students in:

• Middle School
• High School

On May 26, 2026, students will present what they learned and created through the FoodNiche-ED experience at Cornell Tech University in Manhattan.

This is more than a field trip; it’s a celebration of student thinking, creativity, and communication.

This is a fit if you’re a:

• Principal / Assistant Principal
• Science or Health Education Teacher
• Instructional Coach
• Program Director
• School-based leader looking for engaging, standards-aligned enrichment.

If you have any questions, reach out to [email protected]

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Cornell Tech University, 2 West Loop Road, New York, United States

Concerts, fests, parties, meetups - all the happenings, one place.

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