FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCE
We need to recognize that what really matters isn't buying more and more consumer goods, but FAMILY, FRIENDS, and KNOWING that we are DOING something worthwhile with our lives. ~ Peter Singer
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Consumer Science is a dynamic, introductory elective designed to give students a well-rounded foundation in Family and Consumer Sciences. Through hands-on learning and engaging classroom instruction, students will explore essential life skills and career pathways in fields such as hospitality, childcare, education, design, and nutrition.
📚 Semester Breakdown
Semester 1
🔹 Unit 1: Financial Literacy
🔹 Unit 2: Clothing & Textiles
Semester 2
🔹 Unit 3: Culinary Arts
🔹 Unit 4: Teen Living
💡 What Students Will Learn
This course introduces key concepts that help students thrive both personally and professionally. Topics may include:
Personal development and self-awareness
Roles and responsibilities in modern society
Smart consumer choices and financial literacy
Economic interdependence and budgeting
Creating comfortable and functional living spaces
Housing decisions based on lifestyle and family needs
Clothing selection, care, and basic construction
Nutrition and healthy eating habits
Food resource management and meal planning
Health and wellness practices
Building strong family relationships
Child development and parenting fundamentals
🎯 Why It Matters
Consumer Science empowers students to become thoughtful decision-makers, responsible citizens, and lifelong learners. By developing character, work ethic, and problem-solving skills, students will be better prepared to meet the challenges of everyday life—with CONFIDENCE and CAPABILITY!
DAILY LESSONS
TERM 1
Week 1 [Aug. 13 - 15]
Week 1 [Aug. 13 - 15]
Week 2 [Aug. 18 - 22]
Week 2 [Aug. 18 - 22]
Week 3 [Aug. 25 - 29]
Week 3 [Aug. 25 - 29]
Week 4 [Sept. 1 - 5]
Week 4 [Sept. 1 - 5]
Week 5 [Sept. 8 - 12]
Week 5 [Sept. 8 - 12]
Q1 Interims
Week 6 [Sept. 15 - 19]
Week 6 [Sept. 15 - 19]
Week 7 [Sept. 22 - 26]
Week 7 [Sept. 22 - 26]
Week 8 [Sept. 29 - Oct. 3]
Week 8 [Sept. 29 - Oct. 3]
Week 9 [Oct. 6 - 13]
Week 9 [Oct. 6 - 13]
October Break & Constitution Day
Week 10 [Oct. 14- 17]
Week 10 [Oct. 14- 17]
Q1 Ends
TERM 2
Week 11 [Oct. 20 - 24]
Week 11 [Oct. 20 - 24]
Lesson Day 46 - HS Field Trip
Parent Teacher Conference
Week 12 [Oct. 27 - 31]
Week 12 [Oct. 27 - 31]
Week 13 [Nov. 3 - 7]
Week 13 [Nov. 3 - 7]
Lesson Day 56 - "Finance Friday"
Week 14 [Nov. 10 - 14]
Week 14 [Nov. 10 - 14]
St. Maarten's Day
Q2 Interims
Week 15 [Nov. 17 - 21]
Week 15 [Nov. 17 - 21]
Week 16 [Nov. 24 - 28]
Week 16 [Nov. 24 - 28]
Lesson Day 68 - Sports Day
Thanksgiving Break
Week 17 [Dec. 1 - 5]
Week 17 [Dec. 1 - 5]
Week 18 [Dec. 8 - 12]
Week 18 [Dec. 8 - 12]
Week 19 [Dec. 15 - 19]
Week 19 [Dec. 15 - 19]
Mid-Term Prep and Exams
Q2 Ends
TERM 3
Week 20 [Dec. 22 - 26]
Week 20 [Dec. 22 - 26]
Winter Break
Week 21 [Dec. 29 - Jan. 2, 2026]
Week 21 [Dec. 29 - Jan. 2, 2026]
Winter Break
2026
Week 22 [Jan. 5 - 9]
Week 22 [Jan. 5 - 9]
Week 23 [Jan. 12 - 16]
Week 23 [Jan. 12 - 16]
Week 24 [Jan. 19 - 23]
Week 24 [Jan. 19 - 23]
Week 25 [Jan. 26 - 30]
Week 25 [Jan. 26 - 30]
**100th Day of School**
Week 26 [Feb. 2 - 6]
Week 26 [Feb. 2 - 6]
Q3 Interims
Week 27 [Feb. 9 - 13]
Week 27 [Feb. 9 - 13]
Lesson Day 113
Week 28 [Feb. 16 - 20]
Week 28 [Feb. 16 - 20]
Spring Break
Lesson Day 118 - International Language Day
Week 30 [ March 2 - 6]
Week 30 [ March 2 - 6]
Job Training (Days 121-123)
Week 31 [March 9 - 13]
Week 31 [March 9 - 13]
Q3 Ends
TERM 4
Week 32 [March 16 - 20]
Week 32 [March 16 - 20]
Student-Led Conference
Week 33 [March 23 - 27]
Week 33 [March 23 - 27]
Week 34 [March 30 -April 3]
Week 34 [March 30 -April 3]
Good Friday
Week 35 [April 6 - 10]
Week 35 [April 6 - 10]
Easter Monday
Q4 Interims
Week 36 [April 13 - 17]
Week 36 [April 13 - 17]
Week 37 [April 20-24]
Week 37 [April 20-24]
Lesson Day 155
Week 38 [April 27-May 1]
Week 38 [April 27-May 1]
Carnival Break
Week 39 [May 4 - 8]
Week 39 [May 4 - 8]
AP Exams - 1st Week
Week 40 [May 11 - 15]
Week 40 [May 11 - 15]
Ascension Day
AP Exams - 2nd Week
Week 41 [May 18 - 22]
Week 41 [May 18 - 22]
AP Exams - late
Week 42 [May 25 - 29]
Week 42 [May 25 - 29]
Week 43 [June 1 - 5]
Week 43 [June 1 - 5]
Week 44 [June 8 - 11]
Week 44 [June 8 - 11]
Final Exams
!! SUMMER BREAK !!
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