Family & Consumer Sciences

All Courses are: 9 weeks in length

and .5 credits

These classes fit nicely with 27 Week AP Courses!

Official course descriptions can be found in the

Program of Studies Guide

Human Development: The Child 1: Course 6160

•P.I.E.S. (Physical, Intellectual, Emotional, Social Development) of birth to preschool aged children

•D.A.P. (Developmentally Appropriate Practices)

•Positive ways to influence and discipline children

•Pregnancy, labor and delivery

•Partnership with local daycare center

•Computerized baby experience

Human Development: The Child 2: Course 6666

Prerequisite: Human Development: The Child 1, C grade or better, or permission of the instructor

•Infant brain development

•Childhood nutrition and wellness

•Importance of play and toys

•Teen pregnancy and teen parenting

•Partnership with local daycare center

•Special topics in child development

Human Development: Middle Child through Adolescence:

Course 6161NO Prerequisites

•Social issues that effect the 21st century families

•Knowledge of self: personality, temperament, esteem issues

•The elementary school-aged child: Development, children at risk & theorists study

•Adolescence: Development, inside the teenage brain, & social issues

•Partnership with local elementary school: How the brain learns, teaching techniques, & service learning project

Human Development: Living Independently: Course 6162

NO Prerequisites •Communication and Relationships (healthy and unhealthy)

•Interior Design

•Money Management

•Healthy Eating and Wellness

•Preparation of healthy meals

•Consumerism

•Partnership with a local senior care facility

•Automotive care

•Laundry/Clothing Care

•Personal Safety

Culinary Classes Focus On:

•Safety and Sanitation

•Cooking techniques

•Geographical information

•Nutrition

•Cooking Competitions

•Service Learning Projects

American Cuisine: Course 6664

Regions: Recipes: Recipes:

Northeastern N.E. Clam Chowder Philly Soft Pretzels

Southern Shrimp Palau Crab Cakes

Midwest Apple Pie Cheddar Cheese Soup

Southwest Chili Quesadillas

Pacific Coast Pineapple Upside Down Cake

White Pizza with Garlic

Here is a sample of regions and recipes that may be discussed and prepared:

Global Gourmet: Course 6665

Countries: Recipes: Recipes:

Mexico Empanadas Arroz con Pollo

China Sweet and Sour Chicken

Egg Rolls

Italy Ravioli Shrimp Scampi

France Apple Biscuit Tatin

French Onion Soup

Here is a sample of countries and recipes that may be discussed and prepared:

Top 5 Reasons Why You Should Take

Family & Consumer Sciences Classes!

5. Will be able to prepare healthy meals for yourself

4. Will learn positive child care practices

3. Will learn to work with others

2. Will learn about managing money

1. Will enhance your life by helping the community through service learning while having fun