Family and Consumer Science

Courses Taught By Mrs. Robertson

Human Growth & Development

Human Growth and Development provide students with knowledge about the physical, mental, emotional, and social growth and development of humans from conception to old age, with a special emphasis on birth through school age. Course content will provide an overview of life stages, with a strong tie to prenatal and birth processes; fundamentals of children’s emotional and physical development; and the appropriate care of children.

Foundations of Child Development

Foundations of Child Development provide students with knowledge about the physical, mental, emotional, and social growth and development of children from conception to preschool age, emphasizing the application of this knowledge in child care settings. This course typically includes related topics such as the appropriate care of infants, toddlers, and young children.

Family Studies

Family Living courses emphasize building and maintaining healthy interpersonal relationships among family members and other members of society. These courses often emphasize (but are not limited to) topics such as social/dating practices, human sexuality and reproduction, marriage preparation, parenthood and the function of the family unit, and the various stages of life. They may also cover topics related to individual self-development, career development, personal awareness, and preparation for the responsibilities of a family member and wage earner.

Life Management

Course Taught By Mr. Edelman

Nutrition & Wellness

Nutrition and Wellness explores the relationship of basic nutrition and wellness across the lifespan. It includes an in-depth look at special dietary needs, regulations, technology and the global impact on nutrition and food choices. How to make wise nutritional and wellness choices to develop a healthy self will be a major component of this course as well as an introduction to the occupations related to the field.