ProStart I/Culinary Arts
This nationally certified, competency-based program covers all facets of the hospitality industry and includes instruction in food preparation, lodging, customer service, and business management. By competing ProStart Level 1, students master fundamental management and culinary skills needed for success, such as leadership, accountability, teamwork, and responsiblity. Skill areas will include, but are not limited to: Communication, Interviewing & Resumes, Industry Careers, Customer Service, Workplace and Food Safety, Fruits & Veggies, Stocks, Sauces, & Soups, Cooking Methods, and Potatoes & Grains. Students rotate through production and service stations while serving the community at the Sunset Cafe, our on-site restaurant, and will be able to earn the ServSafe Food Handler Certification.
MSU: RST 1550- Food Fundamentals
*Industry Certificate(s) Available*
Course Information
- Course Subject
- Course Number
- CTE 9672 A&B
- Course Duration
- 2 Semesters
- Course Credit
- 2.0 Practical Arts
- Course Fee
- $50.00 Miscellaneous - Chef Kit
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St. Vrain Valley Schools Celebrates ToniJo Niccoli, Named the 2026 Colorado High School Principal of the Year
ToniJo Niccoli, principal of New Meridian High School and the Career Elevation and Technology Center, has been named the 2026 Colorado High School Principal of the Year by the Colorado Association of Secondary School Principals. As the state’s honoree, she will advance to the national Principal of the Year consideration through the National Association of […]
Career Elevation and Technology Center Open House
December 3rd, 2025 3:30 pm- 7:00 pm 1200 S. Sunset St. Longmont, Co. 80501 JORNADA DE PUERTAS ABIERTAS DEL CAREER ELEVATION & TECHNOLOGY CENTER: 3 DE DICIEMBRE 3:30-7:00PM // 1200 S. SUNSET ST, LONGMONT REQUEST FOR 2026/27 CETC CLASSES DECEMBER 3 -FEBRUARY 3. 1. Log into the Infinite Campus Student Portal atic.svvsd.org/campus/stvrain.jsp2. Select the Academic Planning dropdown at left; click ‘Next’3. Scroll down […]
Superintendent’s Update: Discover Your Path
As we approach our 2024 graduation celebration, I want to take a moment to recognize the unwavering drive, strength of character, and rigorous academic preparation that our approximately 2,200 graduates have demonstrated throughout their time in St. Vrain.

