The El Cajon Project helps at-risk and disadvantaged high school students to graduate from high school and become productive members of our communities through an innovative culinary arts training program that offers school credit through a rigorous, hands-on learning environment at exclusive four and five-star restaurants, including Spago Palo Alto and others. This unique vocational education initiative establishes multi-faceted relationships among youths, families, schools, business and dedicated individuals that strive to improve youths’ confidence and self-esteem while fostering personal growth and development.
What Is The El Cajon Project?
A vocational training program created to serve at-risk youth, 17 to 19 years of age
A unique partnering of youth, parents, high schools, businesses and a dedicated community
Youth demonstrating a willingness to re-dedicate themselves to laying the foundation for a successful life
Parents supporting their teenagers, helping them gain the confidence they will need to pursue success in life
High schools having the flexibility to support a non-traditional method of education with academic credits
Businesses opening their doors, donating their time and expertise and providing a hands-on learning environment
The opportunity for at-risk students to make the most of WorkAbility, a statewide job placement program.