The week caps off with an exclusive live event, the Student Design Symposium.

By Nicholas Tamarin
With the school year underway, NKBA | KBIS is thrilled to once again highlight our membership’s student and educator segments through our second annual Education Appreciation Week, running from September 22-26.
This special recognition period will feature a range of articles, social media interactions, and curated content designed to highlight NKBA resources, notable educational achievements, and new offerings. This content will provide all members with an inside look at the association’s support for students and educators.
Education is crucial for shaping the future of kitchen and bath professionals. NKBA | KBIS proudly supports students, schools, and educators across the United States and Canada through co-curricular programming and educational resources.
Available resources include:
- Exclusive in-person and virtual events
- Discounts on textbooks and materials
- Free registration for KBIS
- Scholarships and awards
- Opportunities for local chapter participation
- Access to the annual Student Design Competition
NKBA membership is free for students. Educators can also join NKBA at no cost. Additionally, in 2025, we’ll do the following:
- Celebrate student and school achievements throughout the week via social media
- Announce our 2024-2025 Student Design Competition Winners
- Launch our nomination form for Educator of the Year 2025
- Cap off the entire week with a live event designed exclusively for students, the Student Design Symposium
Check back next week to visit our special landing page and explore all the exclusive content and opportunities related to Education Appreciation Week 2025.