Family and Consumer Sciences The Family and Consumer

Family and Consumer Sciences The Family and Consumer Sciences curriculum emphasizes real life experiences in an academic environment. Students acquire and transfer 21 st Century skills to the workplace and home. FACS prepares individuals to become independent citizens that contribute to society while balancing the many responsibilities of life.

FACS Mission Statement “Our mission is to prepare individuals to be competent, confident and caring in managing their personal, family and career lives. ” (NYS Association of FACS mission statement) FACS provides students with the opportunities to develop the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and behaviors essential to successful life management. Courses focus on food, nutrition and wellness, fashion design and clothing management, parenting/child development, employability and career exploration as well as home décor and personal living [environment].

Food and Nutrition* (FCS 104) (CORE) • ½ Credit Weight 3 • Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 • Prerequisite: None Basic food preparation and baking skills/techniques (lecture, demonstration and participation in food prep) • • Learn about: ingredients cooking methods terminology equipment safety and sanitation procedures Students will also explore careers in the food service industry.

Food and Nutrition

Life Span Studies * (FCS 108) • ½ Credit Weight 3 • Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 • Prerequisite: None Course focus: • human development and healthy life choices • adolescence - looks, thinks, feels, and acts • developing strengths • recognizing weaknesses • improving personal relationships Career opportunities include social work, psychology, education and recreation fields.

Fashion Design and Apparel Construction* (FCS 112) ( Formerly Clothing, Textiles and Design) • ½ Credit Weight 3 • Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 • Prerequisite: None Students will learn basic machine sewing techniques Course includes: • cultural and historic aspects of clothing, textiles • clothing design and redesign • selection, construction and evaluation of ready-made garments Exploring fashion design, retail management and other career opportunities. ***When taken in conjunction with Housing and Environment, these two courses will fulfill the graduation requirement in the Arts.

Fashion Design and Apparel Construction

Housing & Interior Design * (FCS 116) (Formerly Housing and Environment) • ½ Credit Weight 3 • Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 • Prerequisite: None Course includes: • design theory • personal needs, comfort and safety, energy needs • selection and use of appliances, furnishings and equipment In addition, career opportunities in housing and design are identified and explored. When taken in conjunction with Clothing, Textiles and Design these two courses will fulfill the graduation requirement in the Arts.

Culinary Techniques (FCS 110) • ½ Credit Weight 3 • Grades: 10, 11, 12 • Prerequisite: None Course explores food production including: • preparation of eggs, batters, potatoes, vegetables, fish, meats, salads and dressings • practice of cooking methods such as frying, roasting, broiling, griddle work, poaching and sautéing, • a basic understanding of use and care of kitchen equipment Careers requiring culinary skills will be explored.

International and Regional Foods (FCS 111) • ½ Credit Weight 3 • Grades: 10, 11, 12 • Prerequisite: None Students gain a greater understanding of: • food patterns of various countries and regions • student’s production and presentation of complete menus and techniques as they apply to European and Asian cuisines. Students will also evaluate foods and explore career opportunities in the food, hospitality and travel industries.

Child Development (FCS 101) (EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION PROGRAM) • 1 Credit Weight 3 • Grades: 10, 11, 12 • Prerequisite: None Course studies: • the physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development of the toddler, preschool, school-aged child • children with special needs • daily care, guidance, discipline, caregiver, and social responsibilities are studied and skills are practiced in a variety of situations. In January, students will be responsible for operating a playgroup/preschool experience for 3 and 4 year old children within the community.

Child Development & Parenting Courses

Parenting (FCS 109) • ½ Credit Weight 3 • Grades: 10, 11, 12 • Prerequisite: None Course focuses on ways to: • balance career and family life • explores the roles of becoming parents • examine the economic, social, educational and physical conditions which influence parenting Students will be given the opportunity to participate in a simulated parenting experience.

Career Pathways and Opportunities Education Design Foods/Culinary Teacher Child Care Worker Tutor Nanny College Professor Librarians Administrator Psychologist Social Worker Camp Director Fashion Designer Fashion Merchandising Fashion Marketing Fashion Buying Fashion Photography Fashion Stylist Interior Designer Retail Advertising Architect Chef Cook Food Prep Food Critic Sommelier Food Stylist Baker Restaurant Owner Food Research Restaurant Design

FACS courses support the 21 st Century Skills building in … • • • Reading Writing Math Listening Speaking Reasoning Problem Solving Creative Thinking Self-Esteem • • • Integrity Communicating Leadership Cultural Diversity Organizing Responsibility Time Management Teamwork Use of Technology