South Hadley High’s culinary arts program receives state certification
South Hadley High School’s culinary arts program has received state Chapter 70 vocational certification, according to Superintendent Nicholas Young. The district continues to introduce vocational offerings and improve the educational experience for all grades, Young said. The high school also added a carpentry component in recent years, which is awaiting state certification. Young described the culinary arts certification as the state’s “gold seal” for curriculum, letting students pursue a career or academic tracks in the discipline. “It allows our graduates to be more employable and be more prepared for post-secondary education,” he said.