Family and Consumer Sciences is an introductory course that will provide students with an overview of the four major content areas of Family and Consumer Sciences. Students will be introduced to child development, family relationship concepts and how they relate to family dynamics. Additionally, students will identify financial literacy and consumer economic principles. Students will understand the concepts of design through textiles for personal and home use. Throughout the course, students will develop communication, leadership and career investigation skills.
FCS Courses
895 – Children: Guidance and Care (091025) – 0.5 credit
Semester – Grades 9, 10 – Fee
This course studies the roles and responsibilities needed to nurture young children and is a great lead into the Teaching Academy & Childcare career tech program at LHS. Topics include child guidance techniques, child developmental needs, and strengthening relationships. Students will participate in developmentally appropriate activities for young children and have the option to care for an infant simulator doll over the weekend.
HC PSYC 2170 – Child Development – 1 credit
Semester – Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
Must complete required College Credit Plus paperwork and be accepted to Hocking College
Explores physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development of an individual from conception through childhood. The coursework emphasizes normal growth and development with discussions of biological and environmental factors that influence development. This course is 3 semester hours of college credit through Hocking College.
897/897PA – Food Principles (091205) – 0.5 credit
Semester – Grades 9, 10 (and selected grades 11 and 12) – Fee
This course is an introduction to personal food choices and food preparation, and serves as a great lead into the Culinary Arts career tech program at LHS. Topics include choosing strategies for selecting quality foods, food safety and sanitation, proper equipment use, kitchen math, and an exploration of the current food guide. Experiences involving planning, cooking, and serving food may be part of the class. Selected students (Grades 11 and 12) may participate in this course as part of a recognized Pre-Apprenticeship Program. This may lead to a 12 Point Industry Recognized Credential.
893 – Personal Wellness (093010) – 0.5 credit
Semester – Grades 9-12 – Fee
In this course, students will analyze personal physical, emotional, social and intellectual growth for a healthy lifestyle. An emphasis will be placed on lifespan wellness by managing stress through relaxation, physical activity and sleep. Additional topics will include human growth development, mental health.