Hospitality
hos•pi•tal•i•ty
n., pl. -ties.
1. the friendly reception and treatment of guests or strangers; an act or show of welcome.
2. the quality of being hospitable and welcoming to guests or strangers
Hospitality covers:
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Hotels
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Resorts
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Restaurants and Catering
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Transportation
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airlines, car rentals, trains, cruise lines, limos
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Event and Meeting Planning
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weddings, conventions, meetings, trade shows
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Sports and Entertainment
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sporting events, concerts
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Attractions
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museums, national monuments, aquariums, national parks, theme parks
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Did you know?​
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1 out of 18 Americans works directly or indirectly in the hospitality industry
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1 new job is added every 2.5 seconds in the hospitality industry
- It is expected that by 2020 there will be 328 million jobs worldwide that are part of the hospitality industry – that’s 1 in every 10 jobs on the planet!
HTM
HTM is a 2-year program at Milford High School, beginning junior year, that focuses on management in the Hospitality & Tourism industry, with emphasis on hotels, event planning, marketing, food & beverage, guest service, professional development and networking.
The class meets 2 periods per day during Year 1 & 2 (12 credits).
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HTM uses classroom curriculum, online learning, hands-on learning, guest speakers, and site visits (field trips) to learn about the many parts of the hospitality industry.
The HTM Program is a Massachusetts Chapter 74 Program- the first of it's kind in a non-vocational public high school in Massachusetts.
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The Hospitality and Tourism Management program and all vocational opportunities offered by the Milford Public Schools are offered regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity or disability.
Doubletree by Hilton, Milford www.doubletree3.hilton.com
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Courtyard by Marriott, Milford www.courtyard.marriott.com
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Atlas Travel, Milford
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Students in HTM work with our local partners to gain hands-on experience in hotel operations, event planning and project management. Part of the curriculum of the program is an internship during class time during both junior and senior year