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Academy of Culinary Arts Wekiva High School 25010 N. Hiawassee Road Apopka, FL 32703 407.297.4900 wekivahs.ocps.net

Magnet Description


The Academy of Culinary Arts is a progressive, four-year career and technical culinary education magnet where students learn and master, in a real-world, commercial environment, the business and practical skills industry professionals have identified as critical to post-graduation success in the rapidly growing food, beverage, and hospitality sector while gaining employability skills such as communication, teamwork, professionalism and time management.

Moving beyond basic course standards, the Academy of Culinary Arts provides students a vast array of opportunities, each in accordance with research and sound pedagogue. Some of these experiences include:

  • Targeted money management
  • STEM components of food preparation, especially chemistry
  • Operation of commercial restaurant equipment
  • Marketing and management skills
  • Soft skills for career success, including problem-solving, creativity, and teamwork

Students will master skills and work towards specific roles within the program with associated responsibilities and privileges, including but not limited to the following: business manager, sous chef, restaurant manager, café manager, catering manager, pastry chef, charcuterie chef, equipment manager, facilities manager, sanitation manager, and other related careers and positions. Students who successfully complete all four years of the program have the opportunity to attend post-secondary schools with advanced standing, to attend technical schools through the CAPE Gold Seal Scholarship, and to attain multiple professional and academic certifications.

Please note that bus transportation is not provided for this program.

Specific Eligibility Requirements: Applicant’s schedule must be able to accommodate magnet classes; a 2.5 GPA is recommended.

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Principal: Dr. Kenisha Williams

Magnet Administrator: Ms. Nora Pachnik

Magnet Coordinator: Ms.Jessica Westfall

Website Link: Academy of Culinary Arts

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