Research shows High school culinary programs in the U.S. are part of a growing trend in Career and Technical Education (CTE), preparing students for a food service industry that employs over 15 million people. Programs like the one at Morton East High School offer students specialized tracks and industry-recognized certifications to help jumpstart these careers. At Morton East High School’s culinary class, students are making açaí bowls. In this picture, they have all the frozen fruits in the blender and are preparing to make the açaí mixture.
Culinary in action
Acai bowls in culinary class
April 22, 2026
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