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WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT
Invest in Students. Strengthen Our Workforce. Serve Our Community.
Invest in Students. Strengthen Our Workforce. Serve Our Community.
Our Culinary Arts and Hospitality program gives students the opportunity to learn in a professional kitchen, gain real-world experience, and prepare for careers in one of our region's most important industries.
We are raising funds to complete the $500,000 matching opportunity provided by Litehouse Foods.
Litehouse Foods generously pledged up to $500,000 in matching funds and Panhandle Alliance for Education stepped forward with $250,000 toward that match. We're now working to raise the remaining $250,000 while we have the chance to double the impact of community donations.
We invite you to be part of this investment in our students! You can make a direct donation using the link below or contact our Culinary Arts & Hospitality instructor, Jess Lippi, at jessica.lippi@lposd.org to discuss other ways to support or partner with this program.
WHY THIS PROGRAM MATTERS
Preparing Students for Opportunity
Students gain hands-on skills, earn industry-recognized certifications, and build the confidence to step into high-demand careers.
Supporting Our Regional Workforce
Local restaurants, resorts, schools, healthcare organizations, and hospitality businesses depend on skilled, dependable employees.
Keeping Talent in Our Community
When students can see meaningful career opportunities close to home, our entire region grows stronger together.
WHAT YOUR GIFT SUPPORTS
A Professional Learning Kitchen
Commercial-grade equipment, appliances, and workstations that mirror real-world environments.
Hands-On Student Experiences
Ingredients, supplies, tools, uniforms, and materials students need in order to learn through real projects
Career-Ready Training
Industry-recognized certifications, guest instructors, and training that leads to real careers
WHAT STUDENTS WILL LEARN
Culinary techniques & food preparation
Baking & pastry fundamentals
Kitchen safety & sanitation
Nutrition & menu planning
Customer service & hospitality
Restaurant & event operations
Teamwork, communication, & time management
Career exploration & professional expectations
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