Family and Consumer Sciences

THE WORLD OF FASHION 1   6702

-Course offered in an ALTERNATE DAY format
-Grades 9-12 

Do you love FASHION? Do you want to learn how to sew? This class is meant for creative students who love hands-on projects. Students will complete individual and group projects and create a digital portfolio to showcase their designs. No sewing experience needed!

Topics covered in this course include: clothing influences, hand sewing techniques, fashion history, color and design, clothing care and construction basics, machine sewing, and drawing and design.

The curriculum is designed to prepare students to think, make decisions, interact effectively, use creativity to solve problems, and communicate using the latest technology. Opportunities may be provided for students to participate in community service activities and a school fashion show.

*A $20 lab fee is collected for this course. Students are responsible for purchasing fabric, notions, and patterns for individual sewing projects.

THE WORLD OF FASHION 2   6703

-Course offered in an ALTERNATE DAY format
-Grades 10-12

Prerequisite: The World of Fashion 1 (With Teacher Approval)

A continuation of World of Fashion 1, this course aims at diving into both the Fashion and Marketing Industry.  Students are given creative freedom to advance their sewing skills as they assist in costume design, service-learning projects, and a culminating fashion show.  Students are expected to create a fashion portfolio during the year. Topics covered in this course include: fashion history, construction, sustainability, and marketing concepts.

The curriculum is designed to prepare students to explore the many career areas they could pursue in the fashion industry as well as enhance their fashion construction skills.

*A $20.00 lab fee is collected for this course.  Students are responsible for purchasing fabric, notions, and patterns for individual sewing projects.

INTERIOR DESIGN   6704           

-Course offered in an ALTERNATE DAY format
-Grades 9-12

Do you have an eye for design? This course introduces students to the professional and technical aspects of working in the interior design field. A wide range of hands-on activities are offered in order to meet the needs of students with varying levels of ability. Individual and group projects include design boards, mock-ups, floor plans, and color charts to enhance students’ in-class learning experiences.

Topics covered in this course include: housing and furniture styles, architecture, floor planning, elements and principles of design, and interior design influences.

LIFE ON YOUR OWN   6706          

-Course offered in an ALTERNATE DAY format
-Course offered in a VIRTUAL format
-Grades 9-12

Not sure what to expect after high school? Life On Your Own builds upon knowledge, skills, attitudes, and behaviors students will need as they prepare to take the next steps toward adulthood in today’s ever-changing society. Students will learn the basics for managing the many aspects of adult life, including the college experience. The course consists of discussions, labs, projects, and guest speakers.

Topics covered in this course include: goal setting & decision making, personality traits, job applications, interview skills & résumés, financial management, college & career planning, life choices & purchases, wellness, and nutrition & mental health.

*A $20 lab fee is collected for this course.

 CHILD DEVELOPMENT: PARENTING   6742

-Course offered in an ALTERNATE DAY format
-Grades 9-12

This alternate-day course is designed to help students prepare for decisions they will have to make regarding future relationships and parenting and teach them how to make those choices responsibly. Students work independently and cooperatively on hands-on projects, which will enhance their understanding of parenting and relationships. Students will participate in a learning activity using infant simulators. This curriculum will benefit students who may pursue a professional career in education, psychology, pediatric medicine, social work, or family therapy.

Parenting examines the impact of positive and negative relationships on the physical and emotional well-being of children. The overriding theme of this course is raising healthy children through positive parent-child relationships.

Topics covered in this class include: roles & responsibilities of parents; developing healthy relationship skills; personal, family, cultural and societal factors that affect parenting; parenting trends & practices; necessary preparations for healthy emotional & physical development; conception, pregnancy & birth including biological alternatives to parenthood; growth & development of children; parenting concerns including child abuse, child care, education, health and balancing work & family; child-related careers; community resources & services available for parents and children. 

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION AND CAREERS   6745                        

-Course offered in a YEAR LONG format
-Course will be offered with an ACCELERATED option
-Grades 9-12 

Have you ever wondered what it might be like to be a teacher? Do you love being creative and working with young children? If YES, this class is for you! This accelerated career-oriented course provides students with the opportunity to observe, evaluate, create and teach lessons to children in a real preschool environment. Emphasis is placed on the study of children from 3-5 years of age, including their physical, mental, emotional, and social development. Through observations and research, students are able to evaluate different types of childcare facilities and programs to recognize a quality educational program.
Students will be able to: plan and teach meaningful lessons, correspond with parents on a weekly basis, prepare learning centers, evaluate case studies, and develop a lesson portfolio.

ACCELERATED EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION AND CAREERS    6747

 

PERSONAL NUTRITION   6810          

-Course offered in an ALTERNATE DAY format
-Grades 9-12

Are you an athlete? Are you interested in a nutrition-based career? Personal Nutrition is the perfect course for the student who wants to learn how to properly fuel the human body. This hands-on, career-oriented course is designed to get students to THINK about their food choices and about how diet can impact health and athletic performance. Through experiments, discussion, and cooking labs, students will learn about serving sizes, food labels, nutrients, health concerns, motivations behind eating and eating for sports and performance. Current nutrition topics relevant to today’s generation will be explored. 

*To cover the cost of supplies and equipment, a $30 lab fee is required per year.

INTRODUCTION TO FOOD PREP (AD) 6842          

-Course offered in an ALTERNATE DAY format
-Grades 9-12

Whether you love to cook or have no clue what you’re doing in the kitchen, this class is sure to enhance your culinary knowledge. This hands-on course is designed to teach basic and modern food preparation skills. Regular attendance and active participation is essential. Teamwork and cooperative learning will be emphasized. This is a learn-by-doing, hands-on course consisting mostly of food labs, demonstrations, and projects. The goal of Introduction to Food Prep is to make every student confident and comfortable cooking or baking on their own and to motivate students to learn more about cooking, nutrition, and healthy eating habits in the future. Topics covered in this course include safety & sanitation; basic skills; measurement techniques & functions of ingredients; nutrition & healthy eating habits; teamwork; time management; communication & organization; multicultural traditions & etiquette; and meal planning & budgeting. 

*To cover the cost of supplies and equipment, a $30 lab fee is required. 

WORLD FOOD AND CULTURES   6855        

-Course offered in an ALTERNATE DAY format
-Grades 10-12

Prerequisite:  Introduction to Food Preparation or Personal Nutrition

Grab your boarding pass as we take you on a tour around the globe!  This interactive hands-on course aims to introduce you to the ways in which culture and tradition of regions and countries influence food choices and preparation methods.  

Our stops include: Regions of the United States, Italy, France, Mexico, Germany, Spain, India, China, Japan, Ireland and more! Students in this course will identify and prepare foods from all of these areas while comparing cooking methods, ingredients and culture.  Guest Chefs from around the globe will be brought in for cooking demonstrations and discussions.

*To cover the cost of supplies and ingredients a $50 lab fee is required.

CULINARY ARTS/REGIONAL CUISINE    6850                     

-Course offered in a YEAR LONG format
-Grades 10-12

Prerequisite: Introduction to Food Prep or Personal Nutrition 

This everyday course covers more advanced food preparation techniques and complete meal service. Each food group will be studied in detail; emphasizing food safety and sanitation, nutrition, cost analysis, food presentation and service styles. Opportunities will be provided in pastry and baking applications. This course will provide students with a multicultural experience as they study the foods, dietary needs, family traditions and celebrations of people around the world.  This is an experiential course consisting of food laboratories, demonstrations, research and projects. 

*To cover the cost of supplies and equipment, a $25 lab fee is required per semester.