Welcome to 8th Grade Family and Consumer Sciences

The 8th grade Family and Consumer Sciences curriculum concentrates on the principles of good nutrition and wellness. MyPlate, nutrients, healthy diet choices and food label reading are explored. Other topics include dining etiquette and manners, food safety and preparation. Food labs are designed for students to practice more advanced skills. The students also have the opportunity to further develop machine and hand sewing skills in this class. Career and financial literacy components introduce the students to the responsibility of becoming independent individuals. Through project based, hands-on learning experiences, students work through STEM concepts and Pennsylvania State Standards to gain skills needed to prepare for successful life management, employment and career development.