FACS Pathway

Child Development - 703001 

This class teaches about reproduction from conception through the developmental stages of pregnancy through birth. Students will learn how children play and develop socially, emotionally, physically and intellectually from birth to age five. Students will learn through a variety of methods (speakers, discussions, watching children on DVD, hands on activities, etc.) Students will learn to raise and care for children so they can be better parents, teachers and childcare professionals. This class is a prerequisite to Early Childhood Education.

Early Childhood Education 1 (Preschool) - 703051

Prerequisite: Child Development. This semester course prepares individuals for child-related careers and/or more extensive parenting skills through personal interaction with children. Instruction is given in developing positive relationships and learning experiences for children, childcare policies and management, guidance techniques, and health and safety concerns. Onsite preschool and/or childcare experiences will be a major component of the course. Olympus High school serves over 40 families in the Olympus Community by providing a preschool for children ages 3-5, which you will work with every day. FCCLA may be an integral part of the course.

Early Childhood Education 2 (Preschool) - 703061 

Prerequisite: Child Development and ECE 1. This semester course prepares individuals for child-related careers and/or more extensive parenting skills through personal interaction with children. Instruction is given in developing positive relationships and learning experiences for children, childcare policies and management, guidance techniques, and health and safety concerns. Onsite preschool and/or childcare experiences will be a major component of the course. Olympus High school serves over 40 families in the Olympus Community by providing a preschool for children ages 3-5, which you will work with every day. FCCLA may be an integral part of the course.

Early Childhood Education 3 (Preschool Internship) - 703071

Prerequisite: Child Development and ECE 1 and 2. This semester course prepares individuals for child-related careers and/ or more extensive parenting skills through personal interaction with children. Instruction is given in developing positive relationships and learning experiences for children, childcare policies and management, guidance techniques, and health and safety concerns. Onsite preschool and/or childcare experiences will be a major component of the course. Olympus High school serves over 40 families in the Olympus Community by providing a preschool for children ages 3-5, which you will work with every day. FCCLA may be an integral part of the course.

Food and Nutrition - 700401 

This course is designed for students who want to learn the basics of good food preparation. Attention will be given to, kitchen safety, cooking terms & measuring equivalents, sanitation, and the basics of nutrition. Many recipes will be prepared from each food group as the nutrients from USDA MyPlate are examined. Come learn to make chocolate chip cookies, roast potatoes and chicken, garlic fries, apple crisp, pizza, muffins, German pancakes, fettuccini alfredo, etc. Learn to feel more comfortable in the kitchen. (STEM). This course is a prerequisite to Culinary 1&2. Class Fee.

Culinary 1 - 700421

This class builds on the basic cooking skills learned in Food and Nutrition. This class then covers the nutritional needs of different age groups from children to the elderly. Students will learn knife cuts as well as the different stocks and sauces. Additionally, students will learn about yeast and quick bread basics, and the various components of a standardized recipe. Cooking units include safety & sanitation, knife cuts, elements of a standardized recipe, cooking methods, stocks and sauces, and bread.  Class Fee.

Culinary 2  - 704500

Prerequisite: Food and Nutrition & Culinary 1. In this full year course, students will be trained for career opportunities in the food service/culinary arts industry. Students will have the opportunity to learn and practice safety and sanitation procedures and use and maintain commercial food service equipment. They will perform quantity food preparation as it relates to catering, bakery, restaurant, hospitality, and fast-food business operation. Students will run the “Titan Café”, a monthly lunchtime cafe’ opened for teachers. This gives students a hands-on experience in food preparation and service. Students will have the opportunity to earn a food handler’s permit through this course. If you love cooking and are passionate about food, don’t miss this class. Class Fee.

Interior Design 1 - 700941 

This course introduces students to the elements and principles of design as well as basic considerations of floorplans, furniture arrangements, design styles and space planning. Students will develop their creativity as they apply elements and principles in multiple design projects. Students will enjoy painting color schemes and designing rooms. This class is helpful to the career-bound architect or interior designer. Class Fee.

Fashion Design Studio - 701591

This course explores how fashion influences everyday life and introduces students to the fashion industry. Students will explore their own personal fashion as they study fashion history, fashion designers, psychology of clothing, elements and principles of design, textiles, and fashion related careers. Students will learn and practice drawing fashion models with personalized designs. Class Fee.

Sewing 1 (Beginner) 

This course introduces students to basic sewing, the sewing machine, pressing equipment and textiles. Students will develop basic construction skills by sewing introductory level projects small and large. The goal of this course is for students to feel confident on the sewing machine, be able to follow a commercial sewing pattern and construct a personal project from start to finish. Students will need to provide their own fabric for the large project. Class Fee.

Sewing 2 (Intermediate)

Prerequisite: Passing score in Sewing 1 or teacher approval. This course builds on the beginner level skills from Sewing 1. Students will learn many intermediate skills and some advanced skills of sewing construction using the sewing machine and serger. Intermediate level projects of choice will be constructed. Students will be required to provide their own fabric for large projects. Students will have the opportunity to compete in SLCC Project Catwalk Competition for high schoolers. Class fee.

Behavioral Health, Introduction 

This course is an introduction to the Behavioral Health industry. Topics that will be introduced in this foundational level course include understanding self-concept, effective communication, healthy relationships, addictive behaviors, mental health disorders, and protective laws and rights of patients and practitioners. *This course is not designed for the student to diagnose themselves, friends, or family members. It is an introduction to the behavioral health career field only. 

Human Development - 703101 

Human Development introduces the developmental stages of individuals across the lifespan. Students will study biological, cognitive, and social/emotional developmental changes of the individual in the context of the family and society. It emphasizes and demonstrates the vital connections between theory, research, and application. This can be offered as a concurrent enrollment course. Student leadership and competitive events (FCCLA) may be integrated into this course. This course will strengthen comprehension of concepts and standards outlined in Sciences, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) education.

Human Development CE FHS 1500 - 710621 

Fundamentals of growth and development from preconception to old age and death are explored. The domains of physical, cognitive, and social emotional growth for each age in the life cycle are explored in a variety of contexts.