Family & Consumer Science

Culinary Arts I  (Previous course name = Introduction to Culinary Arts)

Intended Audience: Grades 9, 10, 11, and 12 

Credit: One trimester = 0.5 credit 

Major Outcomes:

• Experiential learning through food preparation and tasting

• Management of culinary tools and equipment

• Application of safety and sanitation skills 

Projects, Activities, etc.: Food labs 

Instructional Focus: Food preparation and demonstration 

Culinary Arts II  (Previous course name = Culinary Arts I)

Prerequisite/Selection Process: Introduction to Culinary Arts or Culinary Arts I

Intended Audience: Grades 9, 10, 11, and 12 

Credit: One trimester = 0.5 credit 

Major Outcomes:

• Apply advanced culinary skills, professional practices, new techniques and professional menu development throughout the course. 

Projects, Activities, etc.: Careers in the food industry will be explored through various opportunities.  Students will develop and present a concept for a food truck or restaurant.   

Instructional Focus: Students will use hands on lab experiences to learn industry food safety and preparation techniques.

Culinary Arts III  (Previous course name = Culinary Arts II) 

[Students may earn Articulated College Credit] 

Prerequisite/Selection Process:  Culinary Arts II 

Intended Audience: Grades 10, 11, and 12 

Credit: One trimester = 0.5 credit 

Major Outcomes: 

• Professional food safety and sanitation practices by developing and organizing a menu, analyzing food costs, and understanding the food service industry.

• Create a menu and restaurant concept by developing a 5-course meal.

Projects, Activities, etc.: Careers in the food industry will be explored through various opportunities. Students will develop and present a concept for a food truck or a restaurant. 

Instructional Focus: Students will use hands on lab experiences to learn industry food safety and preparation techniques in addition to project based  learning. 

Nutrition 

Intended Audience: Grades 9, 10, 11, and 12 

Credit: One trimester = 0.5 credit 

Major Outcomes:

• Create a meal plan for a client and understand the basic principals of the six essential nutrients.  Students will also explore the seven areas of wellness and blue zones to curate a healthy lifestyle.

Projects, Activities, etc.: Client Meal Plan, Wellness Evaluation/Reflection, Cooking Labs 

Instructional Focus: Personal nutrition goals, research and guest presenters 

Food Science 

Intended Audience: Grades 9, 10, 11, and 12 

Credit: One trimester = 0.5 credit 

Major Outcomes:

• Students will be introduced to the fundamentals of food science 

• Technology associated with providing safe and nutritious foods

• Analyze basic scientific principles that explain how and why we process, prepare, and store foods for human consumption 

Projects, Activities, etc.: Hands-on activities 

Instructional Focus: Examining food products using scientific methods that lead to product development and safety in our food supply 

Child and Human Development 

[Students may earn Articulated College Credit] 

Intended Audience: Grades 9, 10, 11, and 12 

Credit:  One trimester = 0.5 credit 

Major Outcomes:

• Understanding of physical, intellectual, emotional and social development of children birth to age 5 

Projects, Activities, etc.: 

• Interact with preschool children in the AH School Readiness Preschools

• Observation of children

• Research preschool toys, read aloud book, and hands on engaging activities

• Real Care Baby or alternative project 

Instructional Focus: Discussion, small/large group activities, project based activities, guest presenters, observation and research. 

Students in this course will be working towards their CDA (Child Development Associate) hours. 

Early Childhood Careers I 

[Students may earn Articulated College Credit] 

Prerequisite/Selection Process: Child and Human Development 

Intended Audience:  Grades 10, 11, and 12 

Credit:  One trimester = 0.5 credit 

Major Outcomes:

• Plan and develop lessons and activities for children

• Read aloud and teach lessons to preschool children development skills and service learning

• Explore and research various career opportunities working with children

• Create a preschool learning environment using space, relationships, materials, and routines as resources for constructing an interesting, secure, and enjoyable learning experience

Students in this course will be working towards their CDA (Child Development Associate) hours. 

Co-Curricular Connection:  FCCLA 

Co-curricular Connection: Educators Rising 

Early Childhood Careers II 

[Students may earn Articulated College Credit] 

Prerequisites/Selection Process: Early Childhood Careers I 

Intended Audience: Grades 10, 11, and 12 

Credit: One trimester = 0.5 credit 

Major Outcomes: 

• Students will be working towards obtaining certification for their CDA (Child Development Associates).  This is a nationally credentialed certification designed for 11-12th grade students.  Students will begin compiling their portfolio and complete their competency statments for their CDA. 

• Students will volunteer or be employed in an Early Childhood setting working towards 480 required hours. 

Project, Activities etc.,

• Compiling their portfolio

• Completing their learning experiences in the preschool

• Working on their competency statements for the CDA with support from their teacher

• Preschool experience is part of this course as well as an opportunity for field experience

• Evaluate a client’s profile to create a detailed, specific project to meet a client’s needs 

Instructional Focus: Instructional Focus:

• Volunteer/Work Experience

• Completing Competency Standards

I. To establish and maintain a safe, healthy learning environment.

II. To advance physical and intellectual competence.

III. To support social and emotional development and to provide positive guidance.

IV. To establish positive and productive relationships with families.

V. To ensure a well-run, purposeful program that is responsive to participant needs.

VI. To maintain a commitment to professionalism.

• Professional Philosophy Statement

• Creation of Portfolio

Potential College Credit & National Certification: MCTC, HTC, and Normandale pending CDA completion

Co-Curricular Connection: FCCLA 

Co-Curricular Connection: Educators Rising 

Coll Foundation of Education 

[Concurrent enrollment with Anoka Ramsey Community College] 

Intended Audience: Grades 10, 11, and 12 

Prerequisites/Selection Process: College admission requirements 

Credit: Two trimesters/One Period = 1.0 credit; Successful completion will earn 4 college credits 

Major Outcomes:

• Exploration of the education profession

• Exploration and application of topics related to education: learning, assessment, history, instructional strategies

• 30 hours Field Experience 

Instructional Focus: Discussion, small/large group activities, Project based activities, Guest presenters, field trips, observation

Course Syllabus

Fabric, Apparel, and Design 

Intended Audience: Grades 9, 10, 11, and 12 

Credit: One trimester = 0.5 credit; students will receive art credit for the course 

Major Outcomes: 

• Analyze how culture is connected to fashion

• Create apparel designs that use the principals and elements of design

• Apply technical skills to create a textile product 

Projects, Activities, etc.: Design sketches related to the principles and elements of design, hands-on experience in construction, pattern selection and design, alter and sustain textile and apparel products.

Instructional Focus: Project-based fashion designs and apparel construction. Students will be exposed to industry technology in the field of apparel and design.

Interior Design and Housing 

Intended Audience: Grades 9, 10, 11, and 12 

Credit: One trimester = 0.5 credit; students will receive an art credit for this course

Major Outcomes:

• Analyze past and present housing trends and cultural influences in the United States

• Create a design that utilizes all of the elements of art 

• Sketch a floor plan using planning technology and architectural symbols 

Project, Activities, etc.: History of housing timeline, analyze the principals of design, evaluate a client’s profile to create a detailed, specific project to meet a client’s needs. 

Instructional Focus: Students design functional and appealing living spaces

Consumer Strategies 

Intended Audience: Grades 10, 11, and 12 

Credit: One trimester = 0.5 credit 

Major Outcomes:

• Budgeting and Spending

• Income and Taxes

• Insurance

• Banking Options

• Credit and Identity Theft

• Investing and Savings

• Major Purchases (leasing, renting, ownership) 

Projects, Activities, etc.: Develop a financial budget and helpful personal resources guide. 

Instructional Focus: Preparing students for financial aspects of “adulting.”  This course does not meet the Personal Finance graduation requirement.  

Interpersonal Relationships  

Intended Audience: Grades 9, 10, 11 and 12 

Credit: One trimester = 0.5 credit 

Major Outcomes: 

• Understanding Families, Self, and Personal development

• Effective communication skills

• Understanding and developing healthy relationships

• Conflict resolution strategies

• Recognizing harassment, abuse and prejudice in relationships 

Projects, Activities, etc.: Self surveys and reflection, In depth discussions, Practice of strategies to use 

Instructional Focus: Students will develop communication skills that will improve personal and professional relationships 

Honors Family and Consumer Sciences Internship 

Prerequisite/Selection Process: Application and interview required. 

Intended Audience: Grade 12 college and career-bound students pursuing service occupation careers including: child care, cosmetology, design, interior design or fashion, education, culinary and social services 

Credit: Up to three credits available (0.5 credit per trimester for seminar, 0.5 credit per trimester for work); students enroll for up to three trimesters which is preferred by employers/internship sites 

Major Outcomes: 

• Paid work experience

• Job Skill Development

• Career Investigation

• Job Site Safety

• Financial Literacy

• Application to Real World 

Project, Activities, etc.: Develop a career portfolio, research career options, showcase job site, community building, leadership development, service projects 

Instructional Focus: On the job training, projects based, engaging activities, discussion, small/large group activities, field trips 

Co-curricular Connection: FCCLA, Educators Rising

Course Syllabus