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Tech center wins $25,000 Antero grant for mobile food trailer; district expands dual‑credit culinary offerings
Summary
Staff announced a $25,000 grant from Antero to buy a mobile food trailer for the county tech center to support curriculum and student work experience; the district also secured three dual‑credit seats (one baking/pastry, two ProStart) with chef serving as teacher of record.
During superintendent information, staff reported the tech center received a $25,000 grant from Antero to purchase a mobile food unit (likely a trailer) to be used in curriculum delivery, community events and as a fundraising tool that gives students real‑world work experience.
Staff said the district already plans a stationary coffee trailer at the tech center and the grant‑funded mobile unit will be distinct and available to travel to events such as football games. The presenter thanked Chef (named in discussion) and the Antero partnership for securing the funding.
Separately, staff reported three dual‑credit opportunities tied to culinary programs: one dual‑credit for baking and pastry and two dual‑credit seats for ProStart. Chef will be the teacher of record for those college classes in partnership with Northern.
Board members responded positively; these items were informational and included in the superintendent’s report.
Next steps: procurement and curriculum scheduling to be handled by staff and the tech center; dual‑credit arrangements to be finalized with the college partner.
