“Santaluces has become a second home to me since the first day I arrived. Freshman year, the teachers made me feel so much at home; they helped guide me to where I am now. My first period teacher freshman year was Chef Swaye. He helped me realize my passion for the culinary arts. Cutting our first batch of potatoes to make French fries was one of the coolest experiences I’ve ever had. Getting to to use the fryer and making home-made French fries opened up a whole new world for me. Baking cookies and pies and cooking different foods from other countries has made me truly recognize my passion for culinary.”