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Students pitch 'Bobcat Boutique' and culinary 'Bobcat Cafe'; board hears plans
Summary
Marshalltown students proposed a student‑run clothing lending program (Bobcat Boutique) and the culinary department outlined the Bobcat Cafe at the Orpheum starting Feb. 3 as a work‑based learning site; trustees praised the initiatives and discussed logistics.
Student leaders from Marshalltown High School presented plans for two student‑led initiatives during the Dec. 16 board meeting: Bobcat Boutique, a clothing‑lending program to provide free business and formal attire for students; and the Bobcat Cafe, a culinary work‑based learning operation at the Orpheum beginning Feb. 3.
Student senators (including Zoe Widenar, Kenya Reyes and Elena Santana) described Bobcat Boutique as a no‑cost lending model with appointment sign‑ups via QR code, volunteer personal shoppers from the student senate, storage in available theater department space, and plans to clean and catalog donations using school laundry facilities. They said the program ties into the city’s Arts and Culture master plan and the Embrace the Lead youth initiative and noted early funding support.
Culinary instructor Jules McGrew presented the Bobcat Cafe structure: Foods 3 and MCC practicum students will staff morning and mid‑day shifts, earn work‑based learning credit, and prepare baked goods and catering menus for community events. McGrew outlined staffing rotations, ServSafe certification outcomes and sample menu items used in recent catering practice.
Board members applauded student leadership and encouraged partnerships with community businesses for donations and mock interviews. No formal board action was required; presenters were invited to coordinate logistics with district staff.
