Making the Transition Guide – Assisting schools districts in enhancing current Nutrition & Food Science or Food Science Technology programs and/or transition into culinary arts

FS Prep Summary & Sample Lessons Supplement – FS Prep is a two-year industry-based culinary curriculum resource kit for high school teachers. Download nine free lessons and detailed information on the TRA Education Foundation’s culinary arts curriculum

FS Prep Brochure & Order Form – A one-page fact sheet about TRAEF’s FS Prep Culinary Curriculum and order form

ServSafe Fact Sheet for Texas High Schools – How does my school adopt the ServSafe program? Download this fact sheet on the various avenues of certification in Texas. Still have questions about Servsafe? Download frequently asked servsafe questions educators have.

ProStart Fact Sheet & Order Form - The ProStart® Program is a two-year industry-based school-to-career program that prepares students for careers in the restaurant and foodservice industry. In addition to learning about the restaurant and foodservice industry in the classroom, students have the opportunity to participate in internships with qualified foodservice operations.

Student Culinary Competitions in Texas - We are often asked how to obtain information on the various student competitions in Texas. Ask no more. We've eliminated the guesswork and compiled the list for you.

Texas Industry Statistics Brochure
Handy Websites for High School Instructors
Student Handouts

Videos (click on this link to view videos)

The “Why Guy” with Wylie High School – The culinary arts program at Wylie High School makes the news featuring chef instructor, Steve DeShazo and his culinary arts students. (2005).

Culinary Arts Student Testimonial – South Grand Prairie High School student discloses his interest in culinary arts and what it means to have been a part of his FS Prep program in high school. (2005)

TRA Education Foundation “We Believe in a Better Way” – A slideshow showcasing TRAEF’s initiatives, emphasizing the importance of foodservice education in the industry and encouraging industry to reach out to high schools. (2006)

“Making the Transition One School at a Time” Slideshow - A slideshow utilized to showcase the changes that have come about in foodservice education and TRAEF’s efforts to bride the gap between industry and education. (2005)