Foods Classes Raise Money for Chile

 

     The students who take Foods classes here at RHS traditionally have a chili cook-off. It was Mrs. Rita Courtois’ suggestion to have a Chili for Chile fundraiser. The Foods students worked together to make and present Chili. According to Foods teacher Mrs. Gilmore, there were vegetarian dishes, chicken chili, white chili and chili with steak, pork, sausage, and even hot dogs! When experienced judges rated the students based on taste, presentation and paperwork, awards and prizes were given to the winners. The chili was available to RHS staff for a donation. “Carryout was a popular option,” says Gilmore. The fundraiser was successful but not as much as hoped for. “We hoped for a bigger staff turnout.” “We had plenty of chili and a lot of unique recipes,” said Gilmore. Mrs. Gilmore is looking forward to “tweaking” the event and trying again next year to help another cause.