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Family & Consumer Science

Child Development and Parenting - 5362

Grades 9-12

One Trimester

Do you plan to have a family one day? Are you in a family now? Child Development and Parenting helps explore the family structures and the effects of the family on children. Most of the class is spent learning about the child’s emotional, physical, and intellectual development from conception through the first year of life. The latest developments in fertilization as well as new ideas about child-rearing and parenting techniques are discussed. The ever-changing world of child development is an interesting one and new topics for discussion are presented daily in the media. An extensive list of outside speakers as well as a great collection of videos help to make this class fun.

Advanced Child Development - 5360

Grades 11-12

One Trimester

Prerequisite(s): Child Development and Parenting

This is a sequential course that addresses more complex issues of child development & early childhood education. Topics covered include parenting and nurturing across ages and stages, practices that promote long-term well-being, developmentally appropriate guidance and intervention strategies for individual and groups of children, including those with a variety of disadvantaging conditions. Students will explore career opportunities: a documented student portfolio outlining classroom observation/interaction and community service learning experience will be required.

Fashion and Textiles Foundations I - 53801

Grades 9-12

Two Trimesters

This is NOT your grandmother’s sewing class! Today the world of clothing construction relies on advanced machines that past generations only dreamed of. The class begins with a simple project and then allows students to progress at their own pace. Individual instruction aids the students with their chosen projects. Basic machine instruction begins the class but overlock sewing machines and computerized machines allow students to create a professional looking project. By practicing construction techniques, students learn what to look for in well-made ready to wear garments. Students will incur additional expense depending on individual projects.

Fashion and Textiles Foundations II - 53802

Grades 10-12

Two Trimesters

Prerequisite(s): Fashion and Textiles Foundations I

Students continue the education they began in Textiles and Fashion I. Techniques on the overlock machine are perfected and more complicated construction methods are expected of these students. Students should expect to complete projects that include zippers, set-in sleeves, facings, and buttonholes by the end of the course. As with Textiles and Fashion 1-2, this course allows for individual instruction from the teacher which encourages students to work at their own pace. Students will incur additional expense depending on individual projects.

Consumer Economics - 5334

Grades 9-12

One Trimester

This one semester/term course helps young men and women learn to manage their resources more effectively through a better understanding of consumer skills and economics. Areas of study include decision making, understanding values and goals, managing personal income, principles of purchasing goods, consumer rights and responsibilities, and consumer swindles and misinformation. The student develops a clearer perspective of wants, of the decisions one must take to achieve goals, and of the effect of his/her individual consumer actions upon himself/herself. (This course fulfills one social studies credit for a General Diploma.)

Human Development and Family Wellness - 5366

Grades 9-12

One Trimester

This course is designed for young men and women interested in learning more about health issues that affect the family. Human sexuality, sexually transmitted diseases, infectious diseases, common childhood illnesses, and first aid care are covered in this course. Outside speakers bring their knowledge to complement the text. Good nutrition and health practices are discussed and encouraged to promote a healthy lifestyle. (Qualifies as a partial credit for the required Health & Safety credit.)

Nutrition and Wellness - 5342

Grades 9-12

Two Trimesters

Learn about healthy eating and how to avoid the bad habits of the typical American diet. This course covers the nutrients found in foods that you eat and helps you examine which areas of your diet need improvement. But don’t worry, this course isn’t all book work. Simple food preparation as well as safety and sanitation techniques are also covered and practiced in lab situation. Some of the foods made in labs include: homemade pasta, tacos, quick breads, cookies, vegetables, fruits, and pizza. Students will incur additional expense depending on individual projects. (Qualifies as a partial credit for the required Health & Safety credit.)

Advanced Nutrition and Foods - 5340

Grades 10-12

One Trimester

This course continues the education begun in Nutrition and Wellness 1-2. Since “practice makes perfect” much of the time in class is spent trying different recipes and food preparation techniques. Areas of food covered by this course include cake decoration, foreign foods, regional foods, yeast breads, and special occasion meals. Students are encouraged to try their hand at new and unusual foods. They are expected to practice their skills at preparing recipes on their own. Careers in dietetics and food preparation are explored. Nutrition and Wellness 1-2 must be passed with a C average before enrolling in this course. Reliability, responsibility, and maturity are “must haves” for students wishing to take Advanced Nutrition and Foods. (Repeatable with permission of the teacher.) Students will incur additional expense depending on individual projects.

Adult Roles and Responsibilities - 5330

Grades 11-12

One Trimester

You can’t wait to be on your own? It looks easy, right? Just get a job, find an apartment, and start living! NOT EXACTLY! This course will help prepare you for life without the “family unit”. Topics include: Career interest research, relationships, money management, insurance, budgeting, investing, buying a car, apartment hunting, and other relevant topics. Topics are more relevant to juniors and seniors. (Qualifies as a partial credit for the required Health & Safety credit.)

Interpersonal Relationships - 5364

Grades 9-12

One Trimester

This course explores the complicated world of communication and relationships. There are guidelines to help make relationships with friends, family, employers, or significant others easier. These skills are not easily practiced, but discussions can help make students aware of techniques that can aid their own relationships with others and increase understanding of behavior. Students are encouraged to look at themselves objectively and examine their own habits in communication. Emphasis is placed on nonverbal communication, relationships between friends, expression of anger, and being aware of how one appears to others. Students in grades 9-12 are eligible for this course, but as a discussion format is used, maturity of the student should be considered before enrolling in the class. (Qualifies as a partial credit for the required Health & Safety credit.)

Housing and Interior Design Foundations - 5350

Grades 9-12

Two Trimesters

Students will learn basics of planning and applying color harmonies, elements and principles of design for decorating. Students will create and construct accent pillows and a portfolio of floor plans and interior furnishings for individual rooms and an apartment. The second trimester will include drawing a floor plan and decorating an entire house. Computer technology may be included to enhance technical aspects of this course. Students will incur additional expense depending on individual projects.