FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCE

FOODS FOR TODAY'S LIFESTYLE

Credits: 2.5 (Semester)

Students learn how to prepare nutritious and tasty alternatives to fast food and convenience food products. Students evaluate their own diet and learn to prepare and plan menus based on healthful dietary guidelines.

INTERNATIONAL FOODS

Credits: 2.5 (Semester)

Students study the culture and cuisine of eight countries, preparing internationally famous dishes from each of them. There is a strong connection to various World Languages and Social Studies Content Standards that gives students a unique insight into diverse cultures. Emphasis is placed on skills necessary for gourmet cooking.

Knowledge of measuring and food preparation skills is helpful but not required for this course.

INDEPENDENT LIVING

Credits: 2.5 (Semester)

Students looking forward to college, a career, or an apartment of their own are encouraged to take this course. The aim of this course is to assist students to set goals, identify the process of decision-making, use effective money management skills, meal preparation and planning, and demonstrate practical techniques necessary when people are totally responsible for themselves.