Chad welcome. There are some great resources here for culinary school be sure to check out Chris' Wards online journal/blog (currently studying in France) and Logan Worley's online journal (since graduated).
A Day In The Life Of An American Culinary Student
-Logan Worley kept an ongoing journal of his time at Culinary school and talks a bit about his time finding a job after culinary school.
Chris Ward Journal
-Follow journalist turned culinary student Chris Ward as he is living and cooking in France. Post questions to Chris in this unique forum style blog/journal.
Again, welcome glad to have you here.