FOODS AND NUTRITION I

Course: 117111/217111 Credit: .5/Sem Offered: Semester I or II Year Taken: 9-12

Fee: $25 Prereq: None

Academic skills are put to practical use in Foods and Nutrition I. Observe the results of accuracy in measurements. Learn culinary skills and techniques for proper preparation and cooking. Topics include nutrition and its relationship to good health, serving sizes, portion distortion, label reading, consumerism and the history of food, to name a few. Food preparation is related to each topic of study.

FOODS AND NUTRITION II

Course: 117121/217121 Credit: .5/Sem Offered: Semester I or II Year Taken: 9-12

Fee: $25 Prereq: Foods and Nutrition I Credit: Dual credit available

This course is for students passionate about food and their nutrition.  The focus of the course will be on the six major nutrients and how each is used by the body.  The planning of well-balanced diets and nutritional analysis of diets will be emphasized.  You will have the opportunity to practice and apply skills learned in cooking methods, baking, sanitation and nutrition.  Students will also acquire skills to create dishes that are visually appealing and full of flavor.

FOODS AND NUTRITION III

Course: 117171/217171 Credit: .5/Sem Offered: Semester I or II Year Taken: 10-12

Fee: $25 Prereq: Foods I and II or instructor approval Credit: Dual credit available

This course allows students the opportunity to develop culinary skills as they explore food service techniques. Students will understand the application of math procedures used by preparation, service and management personnel in food service operations. Careers in food service, hospitality and the culinary industry will be examined. Students will learn basic operations of food quality and service as they implement a restaurant through a food service project. Classroom instruction and lab based activities will provide a more in depth understanding of cooking principles, technologies, food science, culinary elements and artistic presentation. Food Service Certification from the State of Wisconsin can be obtained in this course to students who meet the established criteria. College credit may be earned.

FOOD SCIENCE

Course: 217131 Credit: .5/Sem Offered: Semester II Year Taken: 10-12

Fee: $20 Prereq: Foods and Nutrition I

EAT YOUR SCIENCE! This course studies the production, process, preparation, and evaluation of food. Students in this course will have an opportunity to explore the field of food science and discover related careers. The role of food science in food supplies, preserving the environment, contributing to knowledge of nutrition and food safety, and advances in technology are some topics to be studied. Students will actively participate in experiments related to the fundamentals of chemistry and nutrition. This course will assist students in making science relevant to the "real" world.

Note: Course can fulfill 0.5 credit toward high school graduation requirements as a non-lab science. This course will not count as a lab science for college admission.

LIFE SKILLS

Course: 217221 Credit: .5/Sem Offered: Semester II Year Taken: 9-12

Fee: $25 Prereq: Consent of Counseling and/or Special Education Department

LIFE--Learnig Incredible Skills for Everything!       

The focus of this course is to learn independence in the kitchen along with gaining skills in independent living. The class will involve cooking labs where students will be responsible for planning, preparing and cleaning up kitchen materials.

Daily living skills will also be incorporated into classroom instruction. Possible units include laundry, basic housekeeping, child care skills, nutrition and budgeting.

Positive and appropriate communication skills will be stressed throughout the semester.  Students will learn how to use I-messages to communicate effectively for what they need.

Upon successful completion of this course, students may choose to take Foods and Nutrition I and/or Child Development with teacher approval.

FAMILY RELATIONS

Course: 117081 Credit: .5/Sem Offered: Semester I Year Taken: 10-12

Fee: $6 Prereq: None

People frequently tolerate situations, which could be changed and/or improved with some skill in the art of relating to others. Family Relations guides students to think critically about and deal with life situations such as maintaining a positive self-image, strengthening family relationships, dating, marriage, and managing one’s life with insight.  Another component focuses on careers relating to these topics and working with individuals and families.  Other topics include crises such as divorce, drug/alcoholism, aging and death. Emphasis is placed on discussions and the sharing of ideas through cooperative learning activities.

FASHION AND INTERIOR DESIGN

Course: 117091 Credit: .5/Sem Offered: Semester I Year Taken: 9-12

Fee: $15 Prereq: None

This course will cover three components: fashions, sewing and interior design.  Students will focus on the history of fashion and fashion trends of today.  The elements and principles of design carry over into fashion sketching and a fashion show.  Students will learn about the different types of sewing tools and equipment.  Students will have the opportunity to use the sewing machines and create sewing projects.  Interior design has a focus on color, types of housing, selecting different textiles and furniture, and designing your own space.

CHILD DEVELOPMENT

Course: 117031/217031 Credit: .5/Sem Offered: Semester I or II Year Taken: 9-12

Fee: $10 Prereq: None Credit: Dual credit available

Child Development is one of the most fascinating areas of study.  Who can resist a smiling baby, a stumbling toddler, or a curious child?  To gain insight into the world of these children, join the Child Development class to study the areas of planning for children, prenatal care, birth, and the emotional, social, physical, and intellectual development of the child from conception to age 12.  College credit may be earned.

EARLY CHILDHOOD SERVICES

Course: 117051/217051 Credit: .5/Sem Offered: Semester I or II Year Taken: 11-12 Fee: $10

Prereq: Child Development, or instructor approval; Junior or senior Credit: Dual credit available

This course is designed for students with an interest in working with children. The course includes classroom instruction in personal and professional care for the developing child. An extended laboratory experience will allow students to practice techniques and concepts learned in the classroom. The skills developed in this course will be useful in teaching, child care, counseling and health related careers.  State of Wisconsin certification as an Assistant Child Care Teacher is attainable. Students must be 17 upon completion of the course to obtain state certification. College credit may be earned.

ASPIRING EDUCATORS AND INTERNSHIP (classroom and worksite)

Course: 117151/217151 WS: 117161/217161 Offered: Year Year Taken: 12 Fee: $10

Credit: 1.0/Year Classroom; 1.0/Year Work Experience/Internship

Prereq: None.  Register for both classroom and work experience

Credit: Dual credit available

This 2-part course embraces partnership between education and business. It integrates school-based and work-based learning opportunities. In addition to earning high school credit for the course and the internship, students can also earn the Wisconsin School-to-Work Child Services Cooperative Skills Certification. The Aspiring Educators internship opportunity requires students to obtain work experience at an approved child care or elementary tutoring site. Through this workplace experience, students obtain real life work experiences where the classroom curriculum and instructional practices are utilized in community work sites. Mentoring and teacher assessment are integrated into the worksite experience. This course is ideal for those students interested in pursuing a career in education, counseling or child care.

Note: This course can be taken with or without the internship portion.

HEALTH OCCUPATIONS I

Course: 117181 Credit: .5/Sem Offered: Semester I Year Taken: 10-12

Fee: None Prereq: None

This course will provide students with an overview of the health care system and health careers.  Students will learn about the job responsibilities, personal traits, attitudes, education and licensure of individuals working in the health career field.  They will have the opportunity to job shadow health care professionals and will become acquainted with a variety of trends and issues in today’s health care environment.  Students will also develop a personal career plan by evaluating their personal characteristics and comparing those to traits and attitudes required for health care workers.

HEALTH OCCUPATIONS II

Course: 217181 Credit: .5/Sem Offered: Semester II   Year Taken: 10-12

Fee: None Prereq: Health Occupations I

This course will provide students with specific knowledge of the health care system.  Students will learn about the history and foundation of health care as well as examining trends and changes which have taken place.  They will have the opportunity to study a variety of health care issues and discover various methods and treatments available to those in need of health care.  Students will examine common practices utilized for patient safety and confidentiality.  Leadership and positive interpersonal skills will be emphasized as students extend their knowledge of providing and practicing the necessary skills of a successful health care worker.  Students will further examine concepts which will also encourage their overall health and wellness as they provide care for others.

MONEY MATTERS

Course: 117211/217211 Credit: .5/Sem Offered: Semester I or II Year Taken: 10-12

Fee: $5 Prereq: None

Teenagers are major money spenders.  You are working hard to earn money, but why does it feel like you are always broke? Money Matters will help figure out how to keep some money in your pocket, yet still be able to buy what you need. This class will focus on the lifelong topics of career choice, budgeting, banking, credit cards, identity theft, consumerism, transportation, food comparisons, clothing, housing and insurance. You will learn best options to purchasing new or used vehicles, how to get credit, how to meet insurance needs, and do wise shopping. This course is for anyone who doesn’t want his or her “hard earned money” taken advantage of.

Course meets Financial Literacy requirements as set forth by Wausau School District.