Family Studies
Family Studies
Instructor: Connie Lorance
connie.lorance@ccstn.net
(629) 218-3197 ext 16404
Link to State Standards: https://www.tn.gov/content/dam/tn/education/ccte/hmn-srv/cte_std_family_studies.pdf
Family Studies is an applied knowledge course that examines the diversity and evolving structure of the modern family. Upon completion of the course, proficient students will have knowledge of the demographic, historical, and social changes of interpersonal relationships, as well as parenting, and the effect of stressors on the family.
Prerequisites: Introduction to Human Studies/FACS
Credits: 1
The topics will be covered in the following order:
1st 9 weeks: Definition and History of Family
2nd 9 weeks: Family Cycle and Relationship
3rd 9 weeks: Parenting Responsibilities
4th 9 weeks: Family Stress, Crisis, and Resilience
Classwork will consist of:
Reading and have evidence based discussions multiple times per week.
Writing based on text with feedback monthly.
Researching and analysis across multiple sources quarterly.
Completing outside readings with informational text.
“HOW TO SUCCEED IN THIS CLASS”
You will be treated with respect. I expect you to treat others with respect. This includes the teacher.
You should be in your assigned seat when the bell rings. Failure to do so will result in a tardy. If you are late, you must have an admit slip from the office or a note from another teacher.
This is YOUR classroom. You are expected to treat all furnishings with respect.
Sitting at the table with your back to the teacher or speaker is considered in poor taste and will not be tolerated. Only three people are allowed per table.
You are expected to aid in general housekeeping duties such as picking up scrap paper, pushing up chairs when leaving the room, tidying bookshelves, dusting, etc.
Food in the kitchen and storage areas are not for your use unless it has been specifically ordered for your lab activity. Taking food without permission constitutes stealing and will be dealt with accordingly.
Do not go into the kitchen or living areas unless you are assigned a lab activity.
No one is to use the teacher’s computer.
Drinks and snacks will be permitted until a mess is left, or it becomes a distraction.
Do not prop your feet in the chairs. This leaves a dirty seat for the next class.
You are expected to be in class on time and prepared to do 55 minutes of Human Services class work. Come with a pencil, paper, textbook, and a positive attitude. You will remain seated until the bell rings for dismissal.
All work supplies are to be put in their proper place before you leave the room. Each person is responsible for supplies he/she uses. Items in this classroom are for the use of all, not just you.
Ms. Lorance’s Grading System
You are a professional student. I expect professional work. Papers are to be in good handwriting, neat, and clean. Correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation are necessities. Proofread your papers before turning them in. Penalties will be given for mistakes.
If it is necessary to use spiral notebooks, trim off the edge before turning in your work.
Cheating or the attempt to cheat results in an automatic 0. If you allow someone to cheat off you, you will be penalized also. Each person is to do his/her own work. Papers will be taken if caught cheating in class, even if it is for another teacher. These papers will not be returned to either student.
On the top right hand corner write your name, class, and date. Any “no name” papers will be placed on the bulletin board. If they are not claimed in one week, they will be discarded. Do not assume that your paper is not there. I suggest that you check the board every day.
A folder will be kept with your name on it in the black file cabinet near the door. Your papers will be stored there. At the end of each semester, these will be used as your study sheets for mid-terms and finals.
All grades are of equal value. If extra weight is given to an assignment, you will be told at the onset of the work.
o Research Assignments/Book Reports/Extensive Food Labs/Sewing Labs will be worth 3 to 5 grades, depending on the length of time spent on each assignment or activity.
You can do one extra credit assignment per semester (August to December or January to May). You will receive 2 extra credit points on your nine weeks average for finding an article out of a newspaper or magazine on what we have been discussing in class (no internet article will be accepted). After having this article approved by me, you are to write 1 a page on what you learned, and how you can apply it into your everyday life. Seldom will any other extra credit assignment be given.
Every student will turn in every assignment. You can retake a test if you scored below a 80, but you have to complete all homework assignments first. If you are absent, it is your responsibility to ask for make-up work in a timely manner.
Make-Up Work/Redo Assignment: If you are not making adequate progress in class or have a failing grade, you will be expected (required) to report for P.A.W.S Time in my room. This will be during the first half of lunch. You will continue to report to my room during this time until progress has been made and your grade is passing. If you are having trouble with assignments, we can also schedule a time for tutoring before or after school.
Students will receive a progress report each 9 weeks. If at any time you are concerned about your assignments or grade, we will set a time to discuss it in further detail.
Mid-Terms & Finals
All students are required to take the Mid-Term exam. It is given at the end of the first semester.
Students who have an out of school suspension or have been placed in alternative school during the year cannot be exempt. All debts must be paid before a student is exempt. To be exempt, a student must be present on exemption day. Three unexcused tardies count as one day’s absence toward exemptions. Tests should be taken during the regularly scheduled time unless prior arrangements have been made with the teacher.
Final tests will be given by all teachers, and exemptions will be allowed based on the following grade point average and attendance:
Full-year Courses:
95-100 absent 6 days
90-94 absent 5 days
85-89 absent 4 days
80-84 absent 3 days
75-79 absent 2 days
70-74 absent 1 day