News & Media - Wekiva Culinary

Anyone can write self-promotional claims on a website. Wekiva Culinary proves its caliber where it counts: under commercial kitchen pressure, on national competition stages, and in live media broadcasts. Explore our third-party press coverage, championship announcements, and industry features below.

On TV

https://www.mynews13.com/fl/orlando/news/2023/04/05/ocps-culinary-programs-shows-success-as-students-head-to-national-competitions

In Print

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Summer Camp BBQ Appreciation Luncheon for First Responders, 2021

Apopka Chief Article on Wekiva Culinary’s MustangChef Boot Camp Project

The Planter Article on Wekiva Culinary’s MustangChef Boot Camp Project (page 1)

The Planter Article on Wekiva Culinary’s MustangChef Boot Camp Project (page 2)

Wekiva Culinary becomes the Magnet Academy of Culinary Arts

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Stories for the first three years of Wekiva Culinary

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Wekiva Culinary Magnet Information

Wekiva Culinary is now the Magnet Academy of Culinary Arts at Wekiva High School.

This means students from all over OCPS may apply to be admitted, regardless of what school they are zoned to attend. If your student is passionate about cooking and a career in the Culinary Arts, is interested in owning a restaurant one day, or is just curious about what the food and beverage industry is all about, apply for admission today!

You can always contact Program Director and Lead Instructor Chef Bates for more information. Email christopher.bates@ocps.net. To make sure your email is given a priority response, please put “magnet inquiry” in the subject heading of your email.

For more information, watch the orientation videos below.