Cookin’ For Kids features a high-energy celebrity chef battle, where local VIPs team up with Academy Prep scholars serving as sous chefs to prepare unforgettable dishes—guided by two of Lakeland’s finest Top Chefs. Attendees will watch as these dynamic teams go head-to-head in the kitchen, all vying for the coveted title of Cookin’ For Kids Champion. A panel of celebrity judges will determine the winning dish, while guests enjoy an interactive evening full of flavor, inspiration, and impact.