Family & Consumer Science
Teacher: Melissa Winbourne
The FCS curriculum builds communication, critical thinking and problem solving skills that students can apply in everyday life. We prepare students with knowledge and skills to be productive individuals, members of a family and the workforce. Students learn through hands-on activities, resulting in higher retention of content matter.
The Nutrition and Culinary program introduces students to MyPlate, a guide to healthy eating. Curriculum topics include nutrition, safety and sanitation, accurate measuring techniques, kitchen equipment, following a recipe, functions of ingredients, principles of baking and examining foods from around the world. In culinary labs students work in groups to prepare simple foods, while reading and following recipes from scratch. Throughout the course there is a focus on group responsibilities and time management skills.
6th Grade
Sixth grade students participate in a second unit on Career Exploration where they discover career paths of interest and the skills/knowledge needed to be successful in the workforce. Students will explore careers related to Family and Consumer Science areas of study.
7th Grade
Seventh grade students examine Interior Design concepts such as floor plans, conserving energy and resources, design styles and “Going Green” trends which may be incorporated into their designs/projects.
8th Grade
8th graders through the Independent Living unit will gain valuable skills, knowledge and resources related to budgeting, comparison shopping, advertising techniques, the rights and responsibilities of consumers and producers in the marketplace.