Family and Consumer Sciences Courses
Fashion | Foods | Human Development
FASHION
CLOTHING 1;
Grade 9-12; 1 semester
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This course is designed to introduce students to the basic techniques and skills necessary in clothing construction. Students will learn the proper usage of the sewing machine and will construct projects such as a tote bag and a garment using selected techniques such as zippers, button holes, sleeves, and waistbands. Students will have opportunities to experience different fitting techniques. They will also be exposed to pressing techniques and the latest technology to help the home seamstress in personalizing a project such as computerized sewing and using embroidery machines and sergers.
CLOTHING 2;
Grades 9-12; 1 semester
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Basic clothing construction techniques will be developed through projects such as slacks/shorts with plackets, fly insertion of zipper, napped fabrics, and a challenge project of the student's choice. The student will be exposed to new techniques and fabrics with each project, as well as new equipment such as irons, sewing machines, and computerized scanners for creating embroidery designs.
FASHION CONSTRUCTION;
Grades 11-12; 1
semester
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The focus of this course will be to expand on previously acquired skills in construction techniques and to gain new knowledge and skills on more detailed construction techniques. Other areas of study will include basic introduction to textiles, color, line, and design. The construction projects will include techniques such as those used in lingerie and design-making and are geared to challenge each student.
MERCHANDISING OF FASHION;
Grades 11-12; 1
semester
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The Merchandising of Fashion course will focus on the factors influencing fashion and the fashion industry and current career options. It will investigate the economic, sociological, and psychological factors of fashion as well as the causes of change in fashion. The student will study the elements and principles of design, fibers, and textiles. Merchandising and retailing trends and concepts will be discussed. Each student will create a marketable customer product.
FOODS
CULINARY SKILLS 1;
Grade 9-12; 1 semester
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The purpose of Culinary Skills 1 (Food for Independent Living) is to prepare simple dishes appropriate for the working individual who has limited time and funds. Students will work in groups. The emphasis, however, will be on individual skill development. Team lab experiences will include the use of various appliances, such as the broiler, food processor, and microwave oven. Units of study will include nutrition, vegetables, salads, pasta, and poultry. Throughout the course, each unit will emphasize safety, sanitation, proper use of tools and equipment, organizational skills, problem-solving, and team work.
CULINARY SKILLS 2;
Grades 9-12; 1 semester
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Culinary Skills 2 will further develop food preparation techniques related to scientific principles. Laboratory experiences will include dairy products, quick and yeast breads, fruit, eggs and egg substitutes, meat, seafood, special dietary needs, and meal planning. Teams work together to produce total meals and to create nutritional posters and brochures.
CULINARY SKILLS 3;
Grades 11-12; 1 semester
Prerequisite: Culinary Skills 2
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This is an advanced food preparation class that builds on skills acquired in Culinary Skills 1 and 2. Students plan, cost compare, and evaluate total meals from regions of the United States and the world. Special attention is placed on quantity food preparation; food presentation; appetizers; use of herbs, spices and seasonings; creativity; and entertaining. The mass production aspect of the course is intended to enhance catering skills. Health-conscious menu planning is a priority.
WELLNESS: NUTRITION AND EXERCISE;
Grade 11-12; 1
semester
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This is an integrated class between Family and Consumer Sciences and Physical Education. Students will participate in nutrition and fitness assessments and learn cognitive skills of nutrition and exercise. Healthy eating will be emphasized through food preparation laboratory experiences. Appropriate exercise will be emphasized through personal exercise prescriptions.
HUMAN DEVELOPMENT
PARENTING
Grades 10-12 1 semester
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This course is designed to acquaint students with the responsibilities of parenting. Units of study include family planning, teen pregnancy, prenatal care, birth, parenting styles, and handling stress. Students work in cooperative groups, use computer programs, and participate in a project with a computerized doll called "Baby, Think it Over.” The course instruction is enhanced by the use of guest speakers and a field trip to the maternity/birthing room, neonatal care, and nursery of an area hospital.
CHILD DEVELOPMENT;
Grades 10-12; 1 semester
Prerequisite: None (Recommended: Parenting)
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This course is designed for the student interested in understanding the growth and development of children. The emphasis is on learning the developmental patterns of children from conception to preschool age and the effect of the environment on the child’s growth. Units of study include careers in child care; physical, mental, social, and emotional development of children; abuse of children; handicapped children; and substitute care. Many class activities center around analysis of the student’s own childhood. Students take a field trip to area child care centers, create and analyze toys, prepare nutritious snacks and baby food, create preschool age lesson plans, and design child care brochures.
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION AND LEARNING;
Grades 11-12;
1 semester
Prerequisite: Child Development
This course will allow highly motivated students to experience teaching as a possible career choice. The course will include the practical experience of preparing and teaching pre-school age children in an "in-hourse" play-school. The students will prepare lessons, observe children, and teach lessons. Students will prepare lessons for large and small motor skills, music, language, and science and math skills in a developmentally appropriate curriculum.
DECISIONS IN LIVING;
Grades 11-12; 1 semester
Prerequisite: None
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Students will explore, through discussion, life experiences, decisions, and adjustments. Decisions in Living seeks to assist the student in coping with everyday and future occurrences. Areas of study include basic needs, self-concept, personality, maturity, self-health care, goal setting, decision-making and problem-solving techniques, stress management, communication styles, life styles, family crises, dating, STD’s, aging, death and dying, the family, and work and the effects of technology. Students work in cooperative (family) groups to solve case studies related to human concerns and can choose to plan a wedding project or research a crisis topic.
HOME MANAGEMENT AND DESIGN
HOUSING AND DESIGN;
Grades 11-12; 1 semester
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This course will introduce students to the basics of house design, including construction techniques; selection and care of furnishings; care of living environments; cost of housing; and accessories in relation to socioeconomic factors, trends, and personal tastes. Careers related to housing and design will be studied as well as factors that influence the design, efficiency, and safety of work on storage area; energy conservation; selection of furnishings; equipment and appliances; and physical layout of various rooms, symbols, dimensions, and floor plans. Interior design concepts such as color, texture, balance, proportion, and rhythm will be studied. Furniture layout concepts related to traffic circulation and housing zones will be explored. Students will also study kitchen and bathroom layouts as they relate to the total floor plan design of a house. Students will sketch their ideas into floor plan designs. Students will take a field trip to observe the latest trends in design, building materials, and types of housing available to today's society.