On Sept. 13, students in the culinary arts program at Patriot High School prepared the meal for the Falcon Senior Services monthly luncheon. The luncheon, previously held at the Meridian Point Church in Falcon, has been staged in the gymnasium at PHS for the second month in a row.Eric Lustig, PHS teacher of culinary arts, business and math, said the PHS culinary arts program is broken into two sections: beginning and advanced. About 22 students are currently enrolled in the program, which incorporates a business and math curriculum as well, he said.ìWe were catering the luncheon at the church, and it became such a hassle to get the students there so we decided to bring the seniors here,î Lustig said.The students prepared a meal of brisket, chili and coleslaw; and the seniors brought a variety of side dishes and desserts. The students and seniors sat down and ate lunch together.The luncheon also featured a presentation by Shallyn McDonald, a physical therapist from Black Forest, on how to manage arthritis. Seniors could take chances on several door prizes as well.Catherine Reed, FSS members, said she enjoys the luncheon every month. ìThese are wonderful kids,î she said. ìThey are going out into the world with all the knowledge to be chefs.î
