School to Work Alliance Program (SWAP)

Get ready to mix, chop, and create! This hands-on youth cooking workshop is all about having fun in the kitchen while learning cool skills you can use every day. Participants will explore simple recipes, discover new flavors, and build confidence as they turn fresh ingredients into tasty creations. From sweet treats to savory bites, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

DATE: Friday, August 7, 2026 

TIME: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

LOCATION: D51 Career Center at 2935 North Avenue, Grand Junction, CO 81504

Students will design and create custom sublimation tumblers, learning how to bring artwork to life. From choosing themes and creating designs to using sublimation equipment, this hands-on experience blends creativity with real-world business skills.

DATE: Friday, October 9, 2026 

TIME: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

LOCATION: D51 Career Center at 2935 North Avenue, Grand Junction, CO 81504

Food Handlers class teaches students the essential skills needed to safely prepare, handle, and store food. The course helps build confidence and responsibility in the kitchen while preparing students for future employment in the food service industry or home life.

DATE: Monday, January 4, 2027

TIME: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

LOCATION: D51 Career Center at 2935 North Avenue, Grand Junction, CO 81504

Get ready to mix, chop, and create! This hands-on youth cooking workshop is all about having fun in the kitchen while learning cool skills you can use every day. Participants will explore simple recipes, discover new flavors, and build confidence as they turn fresh ingredients into tasty creations. From sweet treats to savory bites, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

DATE: Tuesday, January 5, 2027

TIME: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

LOCATION: D51 Career Center at 2935 North Avenue, Grand Junction, CO 81504

This budget workshop introduces the basics of managing money in a practical, real-world way. Students learn how to create a budget, track income and expenses, set financial goals, and make smart spending decisions. Through interactive activities and relatable scenarios, the workshop helps students build confidence in handling money and prepares them for financial independence.

DATE: Friday, March 12, 2027 

TIME: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

LOCATION: D51 Career Center at 2935 North Avenue, Grand Junction, CO 81504

This CPR, AED, and First Aid training provides essential lifesaving skills to respond confidently in emergencies. Participants learn how to perform CPR, properly use an AED and provide basic first aid for injuries such as cuts, burns, and choking. Through hands-on practice and real-life scenarios, students gain the knowledge and confidence needed to act quickly and effectively in critical situations.

DATE: Wednesday, May 26, 2027

TIME: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

LOCATION: D51 Career Center at 2935 North Avenue, Grand Junction, CO 81504

Summer BBQ event brings everyone together for a relaxed and welcoming time of lunch, games, and open Q&A. Through fun activities and conversation, the event helps build relationships, strengthen communication, and encourage ongoing engagement in the program.

DATE: Thursday, June 3, 2027

TIME: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

LOCATION: D51 Career Center at 2935 North Avenue, Grand Junction, CO 81504