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Family & Consumer Sciences

Courses at a glance

FACS Course Descriptions

PERSONAL FINANCE

Graduation Requirement

Semester-Grades 11-12

This course applies money and economic concepts to the development of personal financial goals. Skills in money management deal with the study of basic concepts of economics, insurance, spending, credit, savings, investments, and budgeting—skills needed for productive citizenship. The course may also cover financial matters such as opportunity costs, taxes, income, employee benefits, and consumer protection.

PREREQUISITE: None

FAMILY CONSUMER SCIENCE INTERNSHIP

Semester-Grade 12

The FCS Internship course offers a hands-on learning opportunity in a FCS related industry including culinary, child care, education, and fashion development/services. These internships may be paid or unpaid. The student will secure their own work experience the summer prior to the start of the school year. The student will communicate with the instructor to get approval for the work experience. Students must provide their own transportation for the internship. The student, instructor and work-site supervisor will meet to identify learning goals (outcomes) and objectives (activities) designed to provide a thorough understanding of the profession. Students may receive .5 credit per semester based on 10 hours of interning per week. Students are encouraged to participate in Family Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) or Educators Rising which are the co-curricular career and technical student organizations (CTSO) associated with Family Consumer Sciences and Human Services (FCS)

PREREQUISITE: Completion of Culinary Arts 2 or Education and Teaching Internship or Fashion and Interior Merchandising. Application with teacher approval.

Foods Classes

GENERAL FOODS

Semester--Grades 9-12

General Foods is an introductory course that explores food choices and preparation. Nutrition and its relationship to health and wellness are an integral part of this course, as well as smart shopping and meal planning. This class emphasizes basic food preparation skills, safety and sanitation in food preparation, and the practical application of recipe skills to prepare food in a lab setting. This course is the prerequisite for all of the foods courses in the Family and Consumer Science department curriculum.

PREREQUISITE: None

INTRODUCTION TO CULINARY ARTS

Semester--Grades 9-12 *Grade level change pending BOE approval

Introduction to Culinary Arts is an intermediate course that focuses on food safety, sanitation, food selection, and basic food preparation principals. Students will earn the their food handlers certificate with in the first few weeks of this class. Students will also research careers available in food service. Students will review recipe skills and learn new cooking terms, techniques, methods and cooking equipment. Food presentation will be introduced in this class.

PREREQUISITE: General Foods

CULINARY ARTS

Full Year - Grades 11-12

Culinary Arts is a course designed for the student who is interested in advancing their food preparation techniques to an higher level and who may be considering a career in the food industry. Students must have their food handlers certificate to be enrolled in this class. Students will continue with safety and sanitation as they work towards their Servsafe managers certificate. Students will become skilled in the use of all types of kitchen equipment, learn complex food preparation skills and plate presentation techniques.

PREREQUISITE: General Foods, Introduction to Culinary Arts and Food Handlers Certificate

FOOD SCIENCE AND DIETETICS

Semester - Grades 10-12 *Grade level change pending BOE approval

Food Science allows students to learn the scientific evaluation of food. Students become acquainted with the equipment used in the food science laboratory, as well as with the techniques needed for conducting food science experiments. The course is beneficial for students interested in pursuing a career in nutrition related careers such as dietetics, nutrition research, food science, food production, food preparation, or health related fields. Food Science will be of interest to students who wish to investigate a practical side of science.

PREREQUISITE: General Foods and Intro to Culinary

WORLD FOODS

Semester - Grades 10-12 *Grade level change pending BOE approval

World Foods is a course designed for students interested in advanced food preparation and the exploration of foods from other cultures. Emphasis is placed on food preparation techniques, exploration of foreign foods and the significance of food as it relates to various cultures.

PREREQUISITE: General Foods and Intro to Culinary

INDIVIDUALIZED FACS I

Semester - Grades 9-12

Individualized Family & Consumer Sciences (IFACS) is an introductory course that explores food choices and preparation skills. Personal and family nutrition and its relationship to health and wellness will be addressed in this course. This class emphasizes food preparation skills as well as safety and sanitation in food preparation. Basic recipes will be prepared during labs in this class.

PREREQUISITE: Approval of instructor/SSD case manager

Fashion & Design

FASHION AND INTERIOR DESIGN FUNDAMENTALS

Semester-Grades 9-12

This course is designed for the student interested in a career in fashion apparel, textiles or interior design. In this course students will obtain a foundation in the knowledge needed for more advanced studies of fashion apparel, textiles or interior design. Students will cover the basics of the physical, psychological, social and cultural reasons for how we dress and where we live. The students will apply the elements and principle of design, textiles, fabric construction and selection for apparel and home use. Students will learn introductory sewing skills to create a variety of samples, apparel, or home goods projects. Self-initiative, motivation, time management, planning, independent work, following directions and evaluating are crucial skills in this course where art, communication, mathematics, science and technology are applied.

PREREQUISITE: None

COLLEGE CREDIT SEWING AND TEXTILES

Semester-Grades 9-12

College Credit Sewing and Textiles is designed for the student interested in a career in fashion apparel, accessory design, costume design, interior design and more. This course utilizes more advanced garment construction techniques, basic pattern making/draping and an expansion of applied textiles knowledge. Several garments and skills examples will be constructed during the semester. Successful completion of this class provides students with an understanding of textile application and construction with an emphasis on quality. Self-initiative, motivation, time management, planning, independent work, following directions and evaluating are crucial skills in this course where art, communication, mathematics, science and technology are applied. College credit can be earned and accepted by select colleges based on grade. Students not desiring college credit are still encouraged to enroll in this class.

PREREQUISITE: Fashion & Interior Design Fundamentals

HOUSING & INTERIOR DESIGN

Semester - Grades 9-12

Housing and Interior Design explores the psychological, social, cultural, and economic aspects of housing. The elements and principles of design are studied as they apply to interior decorating and design. Units on the history of architecture and the influence of American history will be researched to examine influence on current housing trends. Students will learn to evaluate and create house floor plans that are functional and cost effective. Students will investigate careers related to the housing industry.

PREREQUISITE: Fashion and Interior Design Fundamentals

COLLEGE CREDIT FASHION & INTERIOR MERCHANDISING

Semester- Grades 10-12

This course is designed to provide the student with knowledge of the various creative and business functions of the fashion and home textile industries. Students learn the dynamics of the industry including trending, textiles, designers, the design process, production, promotion and visual merchandising. Students will develop a collection of apparel or home goods by utilizing croquis sketching and/or apparel/home good construction techniques, basic pattern making/draping and an expansion of applied textiles knowledge. Students will manage and operate Pete's Closet boutique and take on different job roles throughout the semester. Self-initiative motivation, time management, planning, independent work, following directions and evaluation are crucial skills in the course in which art, communication, mathematics, science and technology are applied. College credit can be earned and accepted by select colleges based on grade. Students not desiring college credit are still encouraged to enroll in this class.

PREREQUISITE: Fashion & Interior Design Fundamentals AND either Sewing & Textiles or Housing & Interior Design

Child Development & Education

CHILD DEVELOPMENT 1

Semester - Grades 9-12

This course focuses on the intellectual, social, emotional, and physical development of children. It includes instruction in parent-child relations, parenting practices, special needs of children, parental and environmental influences on child development. In the Child Development Learning Lab (play school), students will have hands-on experiences in planning activities and supervising children. Students will evaluate effective parenting skills, as well as explore careers related to child development.

PREREQUISITE: None

COLLEGE CREDIT CHILD DEVELOPMENT 2

Semester - Grades 10-12

Child Development 2 is an extension of the Child Development 1 course, allowing students to further analyze the developmental stages of children. Students will explore strategies that promote growth and development, and create activities to enhance a child's learning. Students will interact with preschool children in the learning lab (PHS Playschool), and practice skills necessary to maintain an effective and safe environment for preschool age children. Students will analyze quality child care programs, explore ethics and professionalism, and research career options in the area of child development. Students may earn college credit through the University of Missouri-St. Louis (UMSL); this enables them to earn three (3) hours of college credit upon successful completion. Students must meet the eligibility criteria set by UMSL in order to enroll in this program.

PREREQUISITE: Child Development 1

COLLEGE CREDIT EDUCATION AND TEACHING

Semester - Grades 11-12

The course focuses on the general theory and practice of learning and teaching; the basic principles of educational psychology; the art of teaching; the planning and administration of educational activities; school safety and health issues; and the social foundations of education. It is recommended that students take this course first semester, followed by the Education and Teaching Practicum course second semester. Students may earn college credit through the University of Missouri-St. Louis (UMSL); this enables them to earn two (2) hours of college credit upon successful completion. Students must meet the eligibility criteria set by UMSL in order to enroll in this program.

PREREQUISITE: None

COLLEGE CREDIT EDUCATION AND TEACHING INTERNSHIP

Semester - Grades 11-12

This is the second class in a two-course program designed for students who are considering the elementary or secondary teaching profession. Practicum students will be assigned to intern with district personnel and will apply the knowledge and skills learned in the Education and Teaching Class. Students will complete reflections journals, prepare and present lessons, and work closely with students and their assigned supervising teacher. Students are required to demonstrate good moral character, work habits, responsibility, punctuality and organizational skills. Students must provide their own transportation to and from their practicum assignment. Students may earn college credit through the University of Missouri-St. Louis (UMSL); this enables them to earn one (1) hour of college credit upon successful completion. Students must meet the eligibility criteria set by UMSL in order to enroll in this program.

PREREQUISITE: Education & Teaching course

HUMAN RELATIONS 1

Semester - Grades 11-12

Human Relations is designed to guide the student to a better understanding of self, family, friends, and extended relationships. Human growth and development throughout the lifespan including personal skills necessary for reaching potential are explored. Careers in human, family, and community services are introduced.

PREREQUISITE: None

HUMAN RELATIONS 2

Semester - Grades 11-12

An introductory course in the Family and Community Services pathway, which is one of the specialty areas included in the Human Services career cluster, focusing on the development and application of public, private, and voluntary support services for individuals and families. The course, combined with a recommended course of study will prepare a student to function in a variety of careers promoting family life and family and community development. Possible career titles include social worker, youth or family counselor, community and social services specialist, substance abuse and behavioral disorder counselor, marriage and family therapist, mental health and substance abuse counselors, school guidance counselor, victim support counselor, gerontological counselor and social workers, etc. Course curriculum will include instruction in family systems, human development, social services, community social and economic development, social policy, voluntary sector activities, community outreach and education.

PREREQUISITE: Human Relations 1

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