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The mission of the Family and Consumer Sciences is
to prepare students for family life, work, and careers in
Family and Consumer Sciences Education by providing opportunities
to develop the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and behaviors
needed for:
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Strengthening the well-being of individuals and families
across the life span;
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Becoming responsible citizens and leaders in family, community,
and work settings;
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Promoting optimal nutrition and wellness across the life
span;
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Managing resources to meet the needs of individuals and
families;
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Balancing personal, home, family, and work lives;
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Using critical-thinking skills to address problems in family,
community and work environments;
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Managing life, employment, and career development successfully;
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Functioning effectively as providers and consumers of goods
and services;
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Appreciating human worth and accepting responsibility for
ones actions and success in family and work life;
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Enhancing intellectual development and maximizing potential;
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Productive, experimental, and observational laboratory experiences
are essential to the Family and Consumer Sciences Education
instructional program.
Family
and Consumer Science Teacher
April Shaffer: ashaffer@boazk12.org
Family and Consumer Sciences Course Offerings:
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Course |
Course Description
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Family Dynamics
(FACS I)
Credits
1/2
Prerequisites
None
Cost
$30.00
Class Length
9 weeks |
One-credit course designed to assist
students in recognizing the roles, responsibilities,
and importance of the family.
Course content provides opportunities
for student to
explore:
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Family food, clothing, housing, financial,
and
consumer needs throughout the life span.
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Goal setting
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Etiquette
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Table setting
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Marriage readiness
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Parenting issues
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Balancing work and family
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Making decisions as a responsible young
adult
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Assessing effects of technology on the
family
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Exploring career options related to family
life.
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Creative Foods
(FACS II)
Credits
1/2
Prerequisites
Family Dynamica
Cost
$30.00
Class Length
9 weeks |
Influences on food choice;
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Food production;
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Recipe and menu evaluation;
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Food preparation equipment;
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Food storage and safety;
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Meal service;
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Dining etiquette;
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Food preparation for special occasions;
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Technology;
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Career options in food production.
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Fashion Design
(FACS II)
Credits
1/2
Prerequisites
Family Dynamica
Cost
$30.00
Class Length
9 weeks |
Research current fashion styles and trends
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Analyze fibers and textiles;
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Design clothing and accessories;
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Utilize technology in fashion design;
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Explore career options in the fashion
industry
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Teaching Careers
Credits
1
Prerequisites
Junior/Senior
Cost
$30.00 |
Preparation
for
pursuing careers in education
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Career opportunities in the field of
education
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Organizational structure of educational
careers
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Characteristics of effective teachers
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Characteristics of positive classroom
environments
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Human growth and development
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Technology and careers
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Parent and
Child Dynamics
Credits
1
Prerequisites
Junior/Senior
Cost
$30.00
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Preparation
for
pursuing careers in education
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Prenatal development, labor, and
delivery
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Stages of childhood development
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Birth defects and children with
exceptionalities
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Child abuse
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Child care services
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Meeting physical, health, and safety
needs of children and adolescents
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Sources of parenting information, support,
and assistance
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Technology impacting parenting
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Career opportunities working with
parents and children |
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Clubs: Family,
Career, Community Leaders of America: FCCLA
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