Family Studies and Social Sciences
What is the Social Sciences/Family Studies Department?
The discipline of social sciences and humanities encompasses four subject areas: equity studies, general social sciences, philosophy, and world religions. Although these subject areas are very different from one another, they all systematically explore the ways in which individuals influence and are influenced by families, communities, cultures, institutions, and societies, and by ideas, norms, and values.
The GOALS of the Social Science & Humanities Department are :
to foster an appreciation of how past and present individuals and events have shaped our global and Canadian societies
to provide students with opportunities to analyse local, national, and global issues, and relate these issues to their daily lives
to teach problem solving and critical thinking skills
to develop research and literacy skills in our students using a variety of methods including the latest technology
to understand that our place on this planet, past, present and future is intrinsically linked to the environment through a variety of human systems
to develop the moral capacity to evaluate human actions in order to promote responsible stewardship of the planet and its inhabitants.
Family Studies is an interdisciplinary subject area integrating social and physical sciences in the study of topics arising from daily life. It includes the study of individual and family development, relationships, parenting, decision making, resource management, food and nutrition, clothing and textiles, housing, and health sciences.
The Critical Areas of Learning are :
Explore social science theories from a variety of perspectives
Become familiar with current issues that affect individuals, families and cultures
Identify and refine skills that contribute to personal well - being
Develop critical and creative thinking skills
Gain hands-on experience needed to develop practical skills and understanding
Who are the Social Sciences/Family Studies teachers?
Irina Lopes: irina.lopes@tdsb.on.ca Ferne Thomas: ferne.thomas@tdsb.on.ca
HSP3U1-02; HSE4M1-01 HIP4O1-02; HFN2O1-02; HPW3C1-01
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Anita Wylie: anita.wylie@tdsb.on.ca
HHS4U1-01
What are the NACI Course Offerings?
NACI currently offers a variety of courses in the Social Sciences/Family Studies department. Take a look at the courses below and speak to either Ms. Thomas (room 104) or Ms. Lopes (room 203) if you have any questions!
SOCIAL SCIENCES :
Gr. 9 & 10 : N/A
Gr. 11: HSP3 (Introduction to Sociology, Anthropology, & Psychology), HFT3M (World Religion)
Gr. 12: HSE4 (Equity & Social Justice)
FAMILY STUDIES :
Gr. 9: HIF1 (Family Studies)
Gr. 10: HFN2 (Food & Nutrition)
Gr. 11: HSP3 (Working with Infants & Children)
Gr. 12: HHS4 (Families in Canada), HHS4M (Human Growth & Development)
Principal: Carolyn Vranesic (Acting)
Vice Principals: Louise Tedoldi and Christina Papaiconomou
Address: 2580 Kipling Avenue Toronto, Ontario M9V 3B2
Email: northalbion@tdsb.on.ca
Phone: 416-394-7550
Twitter: @NorthAlbion_CI
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