​Train in Trades: Culinary Arts provides​ students the unique opportunity for secondary students to earn graduation credits and industry certification in “Culinary - Cook Level 1 Technical Training”. It enables participating st​udents to acquire the job-ready skills required to enter the industry, or to pursue further training in this area of specialization. There are many opportunities in the hospitality and tourism industry for students. The course provides education and training in the fundamentals of food preparation including safety and sanitation, equipment operation and basic food service skills. Students who complete both the theory and practical components of the program will write the “Professional Cook 1” certification exam. For more information, please visit Train in Trades: Culinary Art​s .
 

T.A.L.O.N.S. - The Academy of Learning for Outstanding Notable Students is the only program of its kind in the Coquitlam School District #43, specifically designed for Gifted learners in grades 9 to 10.  It addresses the unique needs of Gifted learners by offering grade 9 and 10s the following courses: English 9-10, Social Studies 9-10, Math 9-10, Science 9-10. TALONS also incorporates Outdoor Education and Leadership courses in the two-year program.  Application to this program is only available for identified Grade 8 Gifted learners that are living in SD43 and attending a SD43 public school.  An online application package will be e-mailed to eligible grade 8 students in our middle schools at the beginning of December.  For more information, please visit our district webpage: TALONS Program Overview​