Where food meets science, inside Longfellow’s Culinary Arts program

Student interest in culinary arts has been growing at Henry W. Longfellow Career Exploration Academy for years, and now that interest has taken shape in the school’s newest program.

Students also roll up their sleeves for food labs like salt tastings, butter-making, microwaving lava cakes and ramen, and assembling salads with house-made dressings.

By the end of eighth grade, students have the chance to earn their food handler certification.

This year nearly 150 students earned theirs, leaving Longfellow with strong communication skills, a deep understanding of professionalism, and a clear view of the many paths a career in hospitality can offer.