Career & Consumer Science Courses

The goal of this full year course is to build upon the knowledge that students gained in Child Development and to expand on their skills in the growth and development of young children and the field of early childhood education. Students will enhance their foundational theory and principles of  how young children grow and develop in the areas of cognitive, sensorimotor, social emotional,language and literacy. This class will expand students' skills in areas such as curriculum planning, assessment, and classroom management. Through this course, students will deepen their understanding of child development and gain practical skills that can be applied in various educational settings.

College credit is available through Fairleigh Dickinson University 

Prerequisite: Child Development

The Interior Design course offers high school students an opportunity to explore the exciting world of interior design. Through a combination of theory and hands-on projects, students will engage in various activities and assignments that will enhance their understanding of interior design industry concepts.  Students will learn the fundamental principles and elements of interior design, as well as gain practical skills in space planning, color theory, furniture selection, learn how to create mood boards, develop floor plans, and select appropriate materials and finishes for different spaces. Students will also have the opportunity to explore different design styles and trends, and apply them to their own design projects.

Fashion Design I will incorporate beginner to intermediate level sewing techniques through the product design and development of processes that lies behind the clothing and accessories that we wear each and every day. Based on individual interests, students are assigned construction projects which may include embroidery, home decor items, clothing, and fashion accessories reflecting fashion and interior design industry practices.  Throughout completion of this course students will have established the foundation for creating successful career opportunities available within the fashion industry.

Popular fashion and accessory designers like Coco Chanel, Michael Kors, Ralph Lauren and Calvin Klein did not wait for an opportunity to come to them; they created it. In this class, students will do just that. Clothing Construction can only be taken if the prerequisite course requirements of Fashion Design I have been met.  Students will continue to build upon their apparel construction and design skills to develop their very own clothing and accessory designs.  Throughout this process students will understand the characteristics of textiles, develop mastery of sewing tools and equipment, apply the principles of pattern making, and clothing construction reflected upon in the fashion and accessory industry.

Prerequisites:  Fashion Design I

Fashion Merchandising aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in the fashion industry.  This course provides students with a wide range of proficiencies and skills that will prepare them for various careers in the fashion industry, retail management, marketing, and entrepreneurship to name a few. These skills will not only prepare students for potential careers in fashion merchandising but also equip them with valuable life skills that can be applied in various industries.

Recommended pre-req: Fashion Design 1

Culinary Arts is an essential course in understanding the nutritional needs and food choices for optimal health and well-being of teenagers. Our goal is to foster the development of culinary knowledge and practical skills required to be self-sufficient in areas including: sanitation and safety, knife skills, use of large and small equipment and varied food preparation. Upon successful completion of this course students will have mastered basic cooking skills, awareness of career opportunities in the foods industry and consumer knowledge necessary for survival in today’s society.