Frequently Asked Questions

QUESTIONS ABOUT STUDENTS AND THE VINEYARD PROGRAM

  1. How can my student get into this Vineyard Academy program?
    • Contact your student’s academic counselor.
  2. Will my student learn other things besides just how to cook in a kitchen?
    • See the Program/Curriculum section on this website.
  3. What are the job prospects for my student upon graduation from Windsor High School?
    • Entry point into hospitality industry sector and college readiness: Financial, technical, environmental, labor 

QUESTIONS ABOUT COMMUNITY SUPPORT FOR THE VINEYARD PROGRAM

  1. How can my business get involved in supporting this program?
  2. I may be able to offer an internship for 1 or more students? What is involved for me to apply?
  3. How can we find out about being mentors or offering job-shadowing opportunities for students?
  4. We may be able to donate food and consumable materials as needed. Do you have a list of the items you need?
  5. Do you accept monetary donations for consumables? If so, how could we support you?
  6. Will you be doing fundraising events to raise money?
  7. Have you considered having the students make things like picnics & then offering them for sale?

Vineyard Academy meets with its Community Advisory Board three times each year. If you would like to be involved, please contact us via email: Pam Uchytil – puchytil@wusd.org or Marie Ganister – mganister@wusd.org.