She's turning high school kitchens into launchpads for culinary careers

Keio Gayden is not just teaching recipes — she’s shaping the minds of the next generation. The educator is redefining the art of cooking in DeKalb County schools. As the district’s chief culinary arts leader, she's equipping aspiring young chefs with the skills to carve a clear path to job success after graduation. Gayden's dedication, expertise and ability to transform the kitchen into a classroom for students to grow and learn is why she's helping Atlanta thrive and move 404ward.