Basic Family and Consumer Science is a semester course that is designed to include several areas of Family and Consumer Science. Students will study and experience practical application of nutrition, food science, preparation of and buying of foods throughout the life cycle. Basic sewing skills will be performed though the construction of projects with the use of sewing machines, sergers, embroidery machines, fabrics and patterns. Other areas of study will include wellness, weight management, etiquette, clothing care and careers. This class includes a balance of class work, demonstrations and hands-on experience. (Prerequisite: None)
Fashion Design and Construction, a semester course, is designed to introduce the student to the world of fashion design and merchandising. Consideration will also be given to personal color and figure analysis leading toward the selection and construction of clothing complementary to their figure type. Students will select an appropriate pattern, construct a garment and then make any necessary alterations. Emphasis will also be placed on sewing machines, serger operation and computerized embroidery. (Prerequisite: Basic Family and Consumer Science or Senior Family and Consumer Science)
Intermediate Foods, a semester course, includes preparation techniques in the following areas: grains, fruits and vegetables, dairy products, eggs, meat and baking. There will be continued emphasis on the use of time, safety nutrition and meal planning. Various careers in the area of foods and nutrition will also be explored. This class includes a balance of class work, demonstrations and hands-on experiences. (Prerequisite: Basic Family and Consumer Science or Senior Family and Consumer Science)
Gourmet Food, a semester course, is designed for students to learn advanced techniques of food preparation. This course will include preparation of special diets for people throughout the life cycle and with specific dietary needs. Emphasis will be placed on professional and gourmet cooking, including the use of equipment, garnishes, techniques and presentation. Also included will be preparing of food and services for special occasions. This class includes a balance of class work, demonstrations and hands-on experiences. (Prerequisite: Intermediate Foods)
International Foods, a semester course, emphasizes variety in food products, preparation techniques, experimentation in meal patterns, and the significance of food as it relates to various cultures. The student will plan, prepare and serve foods representing various regions of the United States and the world. This class includes a balance of written class work, demonstration and hands-on experiences. (Prerequisite: Intermediate Foods)
Family and Individual Health is a semester course that focuses on the importance of family wellness. Students will experience health skills, such as decision-making, goal setting, building self esteem, communication skills, refusal skills and conflict resolution. Topics will include personal health, mental and emotional health, relationships and sexuality, violence prevention, consumer and community health issues and safety and first aid. (Prerequisite: None)
Parenting Skills, a semester course, emphasizes the knowledge and responsibilities needed to parent. The class covers all aspects of parenting: the planning process, nurturing and guidance strategies needed for children, ages birth through school age. This class includes hands-on experiences which emphasize the skills needed to be effective parents. (Prerequisite: Sophomore Standing)
Housing and Home Furnishings is a semester course that deals with the decision-making process involved with the selection of homes. This course will include exterior and interior construction and decoration appropriate for particular lifestyles. The concepts of design, line, texture, and color are included as it relates to wall and floor coverings, furniture, fabrics and accessories. This course will include many hands-on projects, including designing a dream home. (Prerequisite: Sophomore Standing)
Relationships & Adult Roles, a semester course, is designed to help prepare the student for future adult roles. Topics will focus on life skills including; interpersonal communications, dating and mate selection, engagement and marriage, parenthood, life adjustments and crisis management. (Prerequisite: Junior Standing)
Child Development I, a semester course, prepares the student to understand children's physical, intellectual, emotional, and social growth and development. This course offers the knowledge and skills for the care and guidance of children. The prenatal period will be studied in detail. Emphasis is placed on the responsibilities, readiness, and requirements of being a care giver of children. Hands-on projects and experiences are an integral part of the study. (Prerequisite: Sophomore Standing and Instructor's Approval)
Child Development II is a semester course which offers further study of children. Students will observe, plan, construct and present learning experiences for children attending the high school preschool. Emphasis will be placed on dealing with children's behavior. This course will be helpful to those considering a career working with children. (Prerequisite: Junior Standing and successful completion of Child Development I. Child Development II involves participation of high school students with community children. It is imperative that the students enrolled in these classes be students in good standing and who sincerely desire to work with young children. The candidates for Child Development II must be evaluated by a committee. A committee made up of all the Family and Consumer Science teachers in the building will meet at the end of each semester to evaluate candidates for consideration into Child Development II. Names of students accepted into these classes will be presented to the guidance office at the end of the semester.
Child Development III is a semester course that offers the student who has completed two semesters of Child Development classes an opportunity for more advance learning. This class will include independent research and reading of historical events that have influenced early childhood education. Additional practicum experience in the high school preschool and research of the variety of early childhood education professional positions in the community will be expected. The independent study will be limited in number and will be offered only during the Child Development class time. (Prerequisite: Junior Standing, a sincere desire to work with the preschool children in the high school preschool and desire to continue to study child development. Child Development III involves working with children of the community, so high school students enrolled should be in good standing. A committee must evaluate the candidates for Child Development III. A committee made up of all of the Family and Consumer Science teachers in the building will meet at the end of each semester to evaluate candidates for consideration into Child Development III. Name of students accepted into these classes will be presented to the guidance office at the end of each semester.
Senior Family and Consumer Science, a semester course, includes basis sewing skills, use of the various sewing equipment and clothing care. Also included is a study of nutrition and meal planning with practical experience in food preparation. Consumer economics, including affordable housing, will be covered. This course is designed for those students who have had no previous high school foods or clothing classes and who would like practical knowledge and practice practical skills for survival after high school. (Prerequisite: Senior Standing)
Independent Study/Family and Consumer Science is a semester course designed for the advanced Family and Consumer Science student who has a sincere desire to study in a particular are of Family and Consumer Science beyond course offerings. Independent Study experiences are contracted between instructor and student at the beginning of the semester. In-depth research, study and practical experience will be assigned on an individual basis. (Note: Students may elect to take this class more than once as long as it is in a different discipline and all prerequisites have been met.