Family and Consumer Science Elective Courses
For electives that have limited enrollment, priority will be given to upper classmen who need the course to meet graduation, academy or pathway requirements.
Foods & Nutrition - No. 803
Grade 10, 11, 12 Year .5 5 Periods 0.5 Credits
This multi-disciplinary course aims to prepare students to make wise choices in the purchasing, preparation and consumption of food. Real life practices in the application of science, technology, engineering, art, and math skills will allow students to explore the resources of time, money, health, safety, and creativity in relation to meal planning. Hands-on lab experiences will be offered. STEM careers to food science and nutrition will be introduced through guest speakers and student research projects.
Life Care Planning - No. 808
Grade 9, 10, 11, 12 Year .5 5 Periods 0.5 Credits
This course is designed for eligible students whose primary identified need is to learn functional skills. This course teaches and reinforces personal safety, self-advocacy, communication skills, personal relationships, problem solving, self-determination, and establishing life goals. The students learn how to identify and articulate post-school goals, personal strengths and needs, and the ability to ask for assistance in order to facilitate increased independence.
Adult Living - No. 811
Grade 10, 11, 12 Year .5 5 Periods 0.5 Credits
This course will provide students with the opportunity to clarify values, set SMART goals and practice the decision-making process. Interpersonal relationship skills and a variety of communication techniques will be taught. Career readiness and strategies for success in the world of work, including job applications, resume building, and interviewing skills will be explored. Personal finance basics such as creating a budget, banking, credit, insurance and financial planning for the future will be introduced. Students will be given the opportunity to try their hand at planning for and sampling healthy and economical food choices as well as demonstrating basic food preparation skills.
Parenting - No. 812
Grade 10, 11, 12 Year .5 5 Periods 0.5 Credits
This course educates students about the importance of the parenting decision. Students explore the responsibilities of parenthood, the cost of child rearing, prenatal care, pregnancy, childbirth and newborn care. In addition, influences on child development, play and learning, child health and nutrition, safety in the home and discipline techniques will be investigated. Students will be given the opportunity for hands-on experience with a Real Care Baby. Students will be introduced to careers relating to children, parenting and families.
Independent Living - No. 818
Grade 9, 10, 11, 12 Year .5 5 Periods 0.5 Credits
This course is designed for eligible students whose primary identified need is to learn functional skills. This course teaches the students how to maintain and care for their personal home environment. Students learn how to maintain their living arrangements by developing independent living skills related to budgeting, cooking, cleaning, safety, minor household repairs, and home maintenance.
Pre-Vocational Skills - No. 828
Grade 9, 10, 11, 12 Year 1 5 Periods 1.0 Credit
This course is designed for eligible students whose primary identified need is to learn functional skills. This course provides hands-on exploration and training in basic vocational skills in real-work careers. In addition, the students will focus on exploring and developing their individual strengths, work-related problem solving skills, appropriate work behaviors and career interests.
Community Involvement - No. 838
Grade 9, 10, 11, 12 Year .5 5 Periods 0.5 Credits
This course is designed for eligible students whose primary identified need is to learn functional skills. The students learn how to make choices, select, and plan appropriate recreational activities. This course will provide the student an opportunity to explore an array of life-long recreational, leisure, and volunteer activities.
Social Behaviors- No. 848
Grade 9, 10, 11, 12 Year 1 5 Periods 1.0 Credit
This course is available to eligible students. This course allows the students to continue to develop appropriate and acceptable interpersonal and social behaviors across all social settings. This course teaches skills that will enable the student to maintain employability and appropriate interactions as a citizen of the community. It includes individual rights and responsibilities afforded to productive community members.