Frequently Asked Questions
General
What is BAPC?
The Baking & Pastry Arts Program Curriculum (BAPC) is a comprehensive baking and pastry education system designed for middle school, high school, Career and Technical Education (CTE), and homeschool programs. It provides educators with a complete, standards-aligned curriculum that includes lesson plans, assessments, classroom resources, and production labs.
Who is BAPC designed for?
BAPC is designed for
Middle school culinary programs
High school culinary programs
Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs
Homeschool educators
Career centers and technical colleges
School districts implementing baking and pastry programs across multiple campuses
What grade levels does BAPC support?
BAPC is designed for students in Grades 6–12 and can be adapted to meet the instructional needs of a variety of secondary education settings.
Curriculum
What is included in each instructional unit?
Every unit includes:
Lesson Plans
Guided Student Notes
Three Presentation Slideshows
Pretest
Post-Test
Production Day Handouts
Quiz with Answer Key
Review Games
Substitute Plans
Companion Recipe Library
Every component is designed to work together, providing educators with a complete instructional experience from the beginning of the unit through final assessment.
How many instructional units are included?
Each curriculum level contains eight fully developed instructional units. Schools may license Level 1 or the complete BAPC system, which currently includes Levels 1 and 2.
Is BAPC aligned to industry standards?
Yes. BAPC is developed around nationally recognized industry expectations and informed by Retail Bakers of America (RBA), the American Culinary Federation (ACF), ServSafe® Food Safety Standards, and Career and Technical Education (CTE) best practices.
Is BAPC digital or printed?
BAPC is delivered digitally, allowing educators immediate access to curriculum materials while ensuring they always receive the latest updates and instructional resources.
Licensing
Why is BAPC licensed instead of sold?
Education is continually evolving. Licensing allows schools to receive curriculum updates, newly released instructional resources, and ongoing support throughout the active license term, ensuring programs remain current without purchasing new editions.
Can multiple teachers use the curriculum?
Yes. Every school license includes unlimited teacher access within the licensed campus.
Do you offer district licensing?
Yes. District licensing is available for school systems implementing BAPC across multiple campuses. Customized proposals are provided based on the size and needs of each district.
Do you accept purchase orders?
Yes. Purchase orders are accepted, and W-9 documentation is available upon request.
Implementation
How quickly can we begin using the curriculum?
Schools receive digital access shortly after their license has been processed, allowing educators to begin implementation without waiting for printed materials.
Is professional development available?
Yes. Professional development is available for schools and districts implementing BAPC. Workshops may be delivered in person or virtually and can be customized to support curriculum implementation and educator success.
Can I preview the curriculum before purchasing?
Absolutely. We encourage schools and districts to schedule a personalized demonstration to explore the curriculum, review instructional resources, and determine the best licensing option for their program.
Support
What happens when new curriculum resources are released?
Active license holders receive access to curriculum updates and newly released instructional resources included with their licensed curriculum throughout the license term. They will be notified via email of new materials.
How do I know which licensing option is right for my school?
Every school has unique goals and implementation needs. Schedule a personalized BAPC demonstration, and we'll help you determine the licensing option that best fits your program.