Promotion of Family & Consumer Sciences

The Arts & Design Career Cluster offers creative careers in fashion, interior design, visual and performing arts, and entertainment, focusing on functional, inspiring, and artistic designs that enrich and enhance lives.

Possible Careers:

• Interior Designer

• Costume Designer

• Home Furnishing Coordinator

Eastview FCS Classes:

• Fashion Design Trends

• Interior Design A & B

• Landscape Design

FCCLA National Programs:

• Career Connection

• Families First

FCCLA STAR Events:

• Interior Design

• Fashion Design

• Repurpose and Redesign

The Hospitality & Tourism Career Cluster offers careers in managing restaurants, lodging, attractions, events, and travel, focusing on creating memorable experiences, exceptional service, and supporting the dynamic dining, travel, and entertainment industries.

Possible Careers:

• Restaurant Manager

• Translator

• Tour Company Owner

Eastview FCS Classes:

• Everyday Cooking

• Gourmet Cooking

• International Cooking

• FIT Cooking

FCCLA  National Programs:

• Career Connection

• Student Body

FCCLA STAR Events:

• Culinary Arts

• Hospitality, Tourism, and Recreation

• Baking and Pastry

The Financial Services Career Cluster offers careers in advising, planning, and managing personal finances, including budgets, investments, insurance, and retirement, helping individuals and families achieve financial security and navigate financial systems.

Possible Careers:

• Accountant

• Credit Councilor

• Insurance Agent

Eastview FCS Classes:

• Life 101: Independent Living

• Personal Finance

FCCLA  National Programs:

• Career Connection

• Community Service

• Financial Fitness

FCCLA STAR Events:

• Personal Finance: Presented by EVERFI

• Career Investigation

• Entrepreneurship

The Education & Training Career Cluster offers careers in teaching, administration, and instructional support, inspiring learners of all ages, fostering growth, and shaping future generations through knowledge and workforce readiness.

Possible Careers:

• Teacher

• Superintendent

• Coach

Eastview FCS Classes:

• Child Psychology and Development A, B , C

• Exploring Education

• NCC Introduction to Teacher Education A, B, C

FCCLA  National Programs:

• Power of One

• Career Connections

• Families First

FCCLA STAR Events:

• Teach or Train

• Focus on Children

• Early Childhood Education

The Human Services Career Cluster offers careers in counseling, mental health, personal care, and advocacy, addressing personal and societal needs to improve well-being and make a meaningful impact on individuals and communities.

Possible Careers:

• Life Coach

• Hairstylist

• Social Services Worker

Eastview FCS Classes:

• Life 101: Independent Living

• LIFE Relationships

• Psychology of Parenting

• Infant & Toddler Development

FCCLA  National Programs:

• Stand Up

• Career Connection

• Community Service

• Financial Fitness

• FACTS

FCCLA STAR Events:

• Chapter Service in Review Display and Portfolio

• Event Management

• Digital Stories for Change

The Public Service Career Cluster offers careers in public health, emergency services, social services, and government, focusing on community needs, vital resources, and improving quality of life with leadership and compassion.

Possible Careers:

• City Planner

• Epidemiologist

• Enviornmental Health Services

Eastview FCS Classes:

• Life 101: Independent Living

• Service Learning and Leadership

FCCLA  National Programs:

• Stand Up

• Career Connection

• Community Service

FCCLA STAR Events:

• Chapter Service in Review Display and Portfolio

• Leadership

• Public Policy Advocate

This program prepares students for careers working with children, adults, parents, and families in a variety of human service and educational settings. Additionally, it provides skills and knowledge that enhance other career paths and lead to personal growth.

• Psychology of Parenting

Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12  Prerequisite:   None

This course explores the psychology behind decisions to become a parent and analyzes a variety of parenting styles and types across different cultures.  This course will connect you to information regarding the healthy growth and development of families and children starting out with decisions of why people choose parenthood and the responsibilities that come along with that decision, gaining knowledge of prenatal care and development and wrapping up with birthing options.  Topics will include the teen parenting, adoption options, importance of fathers, child and family related societal issues and building positive relationships for future families and career paths. Guest speakers in careers related to parenting/child development, panel discussions and group and individual projects will contribute to these topics plus parenting simulations through the Real Care Baby Program and Empathy Belly!  NOTE: This course supports the Child Development Career Pathway. Human sexuality curriculum and HIV/AIDS curriculum are presented in this course. 

• Infant & Toddler Development

Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12  Prerequisite:  None

Oh, baby!  If you are interested or puzzled by babies and toddlers, or want to work with them as a future career, then this is the class for you. Have fun listening and interacting with parents of newborns, infants and toddlers and learning about topics geared towards these ages. Get up close and personal information on the physical, cognitive, emotional and social developmental needs of newborns, infants and toddlers. Guest speakers, panel discussions and group/individual projects will contribute to these topics plus parenting simulations through the Real Care Baby Program! Note: This course supports the Child Development Career Pathway.

• Child Psychology & Development A

Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12    Prerequisite:   None

Children are fun and learning about their development and personalities is just as fun! Learn how the environment shapes the social, cognitive, and physical growth of preschool children (ages 3-5).  This course is an excellent introduction to careers in the field of child psychology and development, education and medical fields, as well as the opportunity to prepare for a variety of future life experiences.  A field trip to the Children’s Museum will be planned.  Students successfully completing Child Psychology and Development A, B and C may be able to earn Advanced Standing Credit from a local post-secondary institution.  Students should contact the course instructor for more information regarding articulation agreements and participating post-secondary institutions. This course supports the Child Development Career Pathway.  Note:  Students are encouraged to register for Child Psychology A and B as a semester sequence of courses.

• Child Psychology & Development B

Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: Child Psychology and Development A

The children are here!  If you enjoy working with children, this course is for you. You will have opportunities to have fun and experience the unique relationship of working with three, four and five-year-old children in an actual playschool setting. You are the teacher! You will use the skills and knowledge gained in Child Psychology and Development A to plan, develop, and implement lesson plans for preschool children, for a total of 18 playschool sessions.  This course is designed to give you real experience in teaching and creating a child centered environment for your playschool students. Students successfully completing Child Psychology and Development A, B and C may be able to earn Advanced Standing Credit from a local post-secondary institution.  Students should contact the course instructor for more information regarding articulation agreements and participating post-secondary institutions. This course supports the Child Development Career Pathway.  

• Child Psychology & Development C

Grades: 10, 11, 12    Prerequisite: Child Psychology and Development A and B

This course is designed as a continuation of the play-school teaching experience. Acquire advanced knowledge of child development theory, increase effectiveness in meeting children’s education needs, investigate and explore careers in education and child related areas, and develop analyzing skills for life in the 21st century. You will provide leadership for teaching teams during the three-day per week playschool program. This advanced level course is especially beneficial for students considering a profession related to working with children while still developing leadership skills applicable to all areas of interest and talent. Students successfully completing Child Psychology and Development A, B and C may be able to earn Advanced Standing Credit from a local post-secondary institution.  Students should contact the course instructor for more information regarding articulation agreements and participating post-secondary institutions. This course supports the Child Development Career Pathway.

• Exploring Education A 

Grades: 10, 11, 12   Prerequisite: None

Thinking of a career in education, coaching, or working with children? Check it out in Intro to Teacher Education! Travel to an elementary or middle school to work with students and an experienced teacher. Gain interactive classroom experience tutoring children, creating lesson plans, and assisting classroom teachers. We will also explore the teaching profession and U.S. educational system, current theories, trends and issues in education, certification standards, instructional methods and classroom strategies.  This program is for highly responsible and independent learners. Students may take either Intro to Teacher Ed A, B or both for an extended classroom experience.  Students must provide their own transportation to the school site.  Note: This course supports the Child Development Career Pathway.

• NCC- Introduction to Teaching A

• NCC-Introduction to Teaching B

• NCC-Introduction to Teaching C

Grades 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite: Application and acceptance to Normandale Community College is required

Gr 10: 3.5 minimum GPA required

Gr 11: 3.0 minimum GPA required

Gr 12: 2.5 minimum GPA required

Thinking of a career in education, coaching, or working with children? Check it out in Intro to Teacher Education! Travel to an elementary or middle school to work with students and an experienced teacher. Gain interactive classroom experience tutoring children, creating lesson plans, and assisting classroom teachers. We will also explore the teaching profession and U.S. educational system, historical development, current theories, trends and issues in education, certification standards, instructional methods and classroom strategies.  This program is for highly responsible and independent learners.  Students must provide their own transportation to the school site.  Note: This course supports the Child Development Career Pathway.

This course is offered with concurrent enrollment at Normandale Community College.  A student may accrue 4 college credits in EDUC1101: Introduction to Teacher Education on a Normandale transcript upon successful completion of the course with a C or better.  This is a three-quarter course; students should register for each of the two courses (0455 and 0456).

• Service Learning and Leadership

Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: None 

Are you looking to make a difference in our community and gain valuable leadership experience? This course offers programs and opportunities for students to develop real world skills, become college- and career-ready, and make a difference in families, careers, and communities. There will be a focus on leadership and teamwork skills while learning about challenges facing our community and ways that you can help advocate for positive change.  The primary goal is for students to be able to collaborate with teachers, peers, and community partners as you plan, prepare, and execute service-learning activities/projects. Students will explore the challenges facing our community and participate in immersion or project experience.  

• LIFE Relationships

Grades: 10, 11, 12  Prerequisite: None

Explore the psychology of healthy relationships, including friendship, dating, love and family. Participate in learning discussions that uncover the characteristics of successful relationships in all areas of personal and professional life. This interactive course allows you the opportunity to explore the various strengths and challenges of human relationships from a teen point of view. Students will develop an understanding of related career opportunities in education, leadership and advocacy. Note: Human sexuality curriculum is presented in this course. 

• Personal Finance

Grades: 10  Prerequisite: None 

The Personal Finance course will equip and empower students to make informed financial decisions in an evolving world, with an intentional focus on each student’s individual experiences, cultures, values, and goals.  The Personal Finance course provides students with six essential financial skills:  Financial Psychology, Earning and Income, Financial Systems, Credit and Debt Management, Risk Management, and Budgeting and Investing.  Successful completion of this course meets the Personal Finance graduation requirement for the Class of 2028 and beyond. 

• LIFE 101: Independent Living

Grade: 10, 11, 12  Prerequisite: None

#adulthood #adulting 101....Are you prepared to live on your own after graduation? Get ready to gain some insight and life skills needed for post-secondary success and life beyond. “Most people don’t plan to fail. They fail to plan” (John Beckley).  This quarter course is a must have for ALL students to prepare for life after high school. Topics to be covered include: planning for college or work, dealing with roommates, managing personal finances, cooking and healthy eating, evaluating insurance, car ownership, avoiding credit problems and scams, social media and consumer safety. Be prepared to make great life choices from the very beginning! Join a class that gives you real world experience now, and gets you ready to be successful in the next step of your LIFE! Note: A small contribution is requested to cover food supplies for each student.

**Students successfully completing Child Psych A/B/C may be able to earn articulated college credit from a local post-secondary institution. 

**Students successfully completing Introduction to Teacher Education A and B with a C or higher will earn credit through Normandale Community College

**Students should contact the course instructor for more information regarding articulation agreements and participating in post-secondary institutions.

This program prepares students for a variety of in-demand careers within the culinary and wellness industries. These applied approaches and hands-on opportunities enable students to explore the exciting field of food preparation and nutrition to prepare for a healthy future. Course content supports STEM initiatives and state/national standards.

• Everyday Cooking

Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: None

Do your culinary skills end with a box of macaroni and cheese, or popping a pop tart into the toaster?  Learn to cook without a box. Much of the pleasure of eating comes from savoring the tastes and smells of well-flavored, thoughtfully prepared foods.  You’ll learn the essentials of food preparation skills through the use of kitchen utensils and equipment, measurements, abbreviations and recipe terms, as you prepare delicious foods including quick breads, calzones, smoothies, apple crisp, fruit pizza, stir fry, pasta, fajitas, and so much more! Note: A contribution is requested to cover food supplies for each student.  Course content supports STEM initiatives and MCA math and science standards. 

• Gourmet Cooking

  Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12 Prerequisite: None

Enjoy eating out and entertaining? Learn to prepare foods that bring people together! Become a culinary expert as you cook gourmet foods including fancy cookies, chocolate and candies, a variety of appetizers, garnishing entreés, creative desserts, savory foods , and Panini sandwiches guaranteed to make any party rock!  Put into practice fine dining skills and take a look at the world of  culinary and hospitality management.  Note: A contribution is requested to cover food supplies for each student.   Course content supports STEM initiatives and MCA math and science standards. 

• International Cooking

Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12     Prerequisite: None

Take a culinary world tour to experience the flavor of countries around the world. We will begin by preparing gourmet pizzas that are anything but ordinary. We will then travel the globe to explore and prepare a variety of ethnic foods including Asian, Italian, Latin American, French, and German foods.  Guest chefs will open your eyes to a wide variety of food preparation techniques and tastes.  A field trip to the Festival of Nations may be taken to enhance your International Cooking palate and open your eyes and taste buds to a whole new world. Bon Appetit! Let's Eat! Guten Appetit! Vǽr så god! ¡Buen provecho! Note: A contribution is requested to cover food supplies for each student.  Course content supports STEM initiatives and MCA math and science standards.

• FIT Cooking (Fitness and Individual Training)

Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12     Prerequisite: None

Cook and eat to compete by supporting your Fitness and Individual Training plan.  In this class you will be preparing foods that will help you refuel and recover post-workout, cook meals that will promote muscle development and select snacks that will keep your energy level steady before and after working out.   FIT Cooking is designed to help you improve your health and athletic performance through proper nutritional intake while learning to prepare the foods which support your personal and team training goals.   Energy shakes, whole-grain warm up foods, pasta and proteins, heart healthy grains and energy rich food are among the units of study and cooking.   Eat to be FIT!  This course is recommended for students who are recreational, individual and team athletes.  Note: A contribution is requested to cover food supplies for each student.  Course content supports STEM initiatives and MCA math and science standards.

This program provides students the opportunity to explore and apply the elements and principles of design through individual and team- based projects. Students will discover career opportunities related to the housing and design fields. Course content supports STEM initiatives and state/national standards.

• Interior Design A 

Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12      Prerequisite: None

Discover your style while exploring your creative side. Learn to transform plain living spaces into beautiful and functional rooms. This course will teach you how to design every aspect of a room while taking into account color theory, industry trends, special arrangements, floor plans, design ideas, and interior design basics. Implement the Elements and Principles of Design within individualized hands-on projects while also utilizing technology to bring your vision to life. Professional guest speakers will share their expertise and career paths into the design world. Note: This course meets the “Minnesota Arts Standard” requirement for graduation.

• Interior Design B

Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12  Prerequisite:   Interior Design A

Create amazing projects! Whether being part of an interior design team or working independently, students will gain knowledge of the variety of careers offered in design related fields, principles of landscape design and outdoor landscapes/hardscapes, kitchen design, and the history of furniture. This course is designed for students who are interested in the fields of architecture, landscape design, interior design, construction and residential and commercial housing related careers. Have fun on a field trip to design and furniture stores.  Guest speakers will be sharing their knowledge directly from their field and workplace. Class will be structured in a studio-lab format.

• Landscape Design

Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12  Prerequisite: None

Investigate, create problem-solve and implement your own landscape creations. Discover tips from Master Gardeners, landscape architects and other professional guest speakers. This course crosses many disciplines including the elements and principles of design, plant sciences, communication, and career readiness. Design projects focus on residential areas including placement of plant materials, decks, patios, water features and correct application of the design process. Hands-on projects will be available for students and in taking this course develop a personal interest in landscaping as well as in-depth career exploration of the variety of fields related to landscaping.

• Fashion Design Trends

Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12  Prerequisite:   None

If you are a fan of creative videos on TikTok, Instagram, Pinterest, or the HGTV Network, then check this class out! Design it. Knit it. Sew it. Create it! Learn and develop skills in the area of creative arts and design as well as study top fashion designers from the past and present.  Students will design and produce personal projects throughout the quarter. The development of personal and home design related skills and the impact they currently have on teens will be the focus. These skills will allow the participants to learn, practice, and perhaps teach others creative arts and design. End the quarter by wowing your friends with an original design created by you! Guest speakers from the fashion and design world will be coming in to share their expertise and share career opportunities in this amazing and diverse career field.  Note: This course meets the "Minnesota Arts Standard" required for graduation. Supplies and a basic sewing/tool kit will be required