Family and Consumer Science

INTRODUCTION

Family and consumer science provides an essential foundation to ensure that students will learn the valuable lessons associated the importance of becoming responsible, well-rounded individuals, family members, employees, employers, and community leaders. Students will explore relevant topics and gain important life skills vital to success at home or in the real work world.

Academic Achievement:  Acquire the communications (reading, writing, listening, and speaking), mathematics, science and social science skills required to meet the performance standards of an occupational field.

Occupational Competence:  Attain the occupational knowledge, skills, and attitudes required to meet the performance standards for all aspects of an occupational field.

Employment:  Obtain employment that provides for economic self-sufficiency and career advancement.

Educational Attainment:  Complete a sequence of courses to acquire academic and occupational competence and to attain a high school diploma or its equivalent, an occupational certificate, an associate and/or bachelor’s degree.

Economic Competitiveness:  Enhance the economic competitiveness of the workforce by having the ability to produce high-quality goods and services, learn new skills and technologies quickly, and adapt effectively to changes in the workplace.

Access and Equity:  Obtain access and equity to education and labor market opportunities.

 As educators in the field of career and technical education, we believe that all graduates of Rich Township High Schools should develop an attitude, social consciousness and ethical value system inherent in responsible citizenship and should be skilled in:

• higher order, critical thinking, interpersonal communication, problem solving, technology awareness and resource management;
• using a collaborative approach to problem solving;
• managing time and material resources for the purpose of functioning more effectively as a contributing member of society;
• written and verbal communications necessary for productive employment and a fulfilling lifestyle;
• the use of technology in carrying out various vocational and personal endeavors.

ILLINOIS STATE GOALS:

At this time the State of Illinois has not developed Learning Standards for Family and Consumer Science.  State Learning Standards for the Core Curriculum are embedded in the Family and Consumer Science curriculum.

Course Number:                  K50

Course Title:                        Foods/Nutrition I

Grade:                                    9-12

This one-semester course includes basic classroom and laboratory experiences to develop knowledge and understanding of basic food principles and applied nutrition for people of all ages.   The course content includes promoting food service, preparation techniques and management skills.  Areas studied will include applying nutritional concepts, meeting health and safety needs, maximizing resources when planning, preparing and serving food, promoting hospitality and analyzing individual and family nutritional needs. Careers in foods and nutrition are also included in this course.

Course Number:                  K51

Course Title:                        Foods/Nutrition II

Prerequisite:                        Credit Earned in Foods I

Grade:                                    9-12

This one-semester course is a continuation of the skills learned in Foods/Nutrition I.  Course content includes meal management and requirements for nutritional needs and health.  Laboratory sessions are devoted to advanced preparation skills.

Course Number:                  K60

Course Title:                        Fashion Construction I

Prerequisite:                        None

Grade:                                    9-12

This one-semester course is planned to provide students opportunities to construct sewing projects.  The course content centers around fibers and fabrics, patterns, sewing equipment and notion selection, fitting a garment, use and care of the sewing machine and garment care.  Career and job information will be related to the textile and fashion field throughout the semester.  There will be an additional cost for supplies.

Course Number:                  K61

Course Title:                        Fashion Construction II

Prerequisite:                        Credit Earned in Fashion Construction I

Grade:                                    9-12

This one-semester course is planned to provide students the opportunities to further develop knowledge and understanding of textiles, fashions and fabrics.  The content includes fashion history, selecting clothing and textile products, wardrobe evaluation and planning, design elements, caring for clothing/textile products, constructing, and repairing clothing.  Career and job information relating to the fashion industry will also be introduced during the semester.  There will be an additional cost for supplies.

Course Number:                  K62

Course Title:                        Fashion Merchandising I

Grade:                                    11-12

Fashion Merchandising I students will learn to recognize the wide range of skills utilized in retail merchandising and marketing in this one-semester course.  Topics to be covered include the historical development of fashion, characteristics and significance of fashion retailing, elements of design as they relate to merchandising and a market comparison of a constructed fashion garment.  Students will market a class product.

Course Number:                  K63

Course Title:                        Fashion Merchandising II

Prerequisite:                        Credit Earned in Fashion Merchandising I

Grade:                                    9-12

Fashion Merchandising II students will further explore the world of fashion merchandising as it relates to a retail clothing business in this one-semester course.  Students will study consumer buying habits, and develop and market a product.  Students will handle all aspects of the business, including production, distribution, and sales.

Course Number:                  K71

Course Title:                        Marriage and Family Living

Grade:                                    11-12

This one semester course consists of a study of the individual as a member of society and of a family.  It has been designed to help students explore the areas of personality development, communication, problems with family, changing roles of men and women, contemporary attitudes toward sex in our culture, dating, domestic violence, engagement, marriage, and marital adjustments.

Course Number:                  K74

Course Title:                        Child Development I

Grade:                                    10-12

This one-semester course teaches theory and principles of child growth and development from conception through school age. The course will consist of a study of the intellectual, physical, social, and the emotional growth and development of children.  Career opportunities in child development are also explored in this course.  This course is articulated with Prairie State College and students may receive dual credit.  To receive dual credit, students are required to complete the application process for Prairie State College.      

Course Number:                  K75

Course Title:                        Child Development II

Prerequisite:                        Credit Earned in Child Development I and Teacher Recommendation

Grade:                                    10-12

Provisions will be made for students to conduct a nursery school during second semester.  Each student will plan, prepare and teach a lesson.  Emphasis is placed on the practical application of early childhood education theories in a supervised setting.  Observational techniques and guidance practices facilitating child development are studied and applied.  This course is articulated with Prairie State College and students may receive dual credit.  To receive dual credit, students are required to complete the application process for Prairie State College.       

Course Number:                  K76

Course Title:                        Advanced Child Development Practicum I

Prerequisite:                        Credit Earned in Child Development I and Child Development II

Grade:                                    11-12

Theory and research are included in the overview of the history and philosophy of early childhood education in this one-semester course.  This course emphasizes learning experiences, which help students gain knowledge and understanding of the physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development from early childhood through adolescence.  This course is articulated with Prairie State College and students may receive dual-credit if they fill out the application forms.

Course Number:                  K77

Course Title:                        Advanced Child Development Practicum II

Prerequisite:                        Credit Earned in Advanced Child Development Practicum I and Teacher

Recommendation

Grade:                                    11-12

Program planning, role of the teacher, use of materials and equipment, techniques of classroom management and meeting the needs of individual children are emphasized in this one-semester course.  Theory and research are included in the overview of the history and philosophy of early childhood education.  Techniques and procedures used to observe and record children and adults in the learning environments are discussed and applied.  Provisions will be made for the students to participate, coordinate, and supervise the nursery school during the second semester. This course is articulated with Prairie State College and students may receive dual-credit if they fill out the application forms.

Course Number:                  K80/81

Course Title:                        Pro Start I (Food Service)

Prerequisite:                        Credit Earned in Foods I & II

Grade:                                    10-12

This one-year course provides the students with a more in depth study of the hospitality industry and the management skills that are designated by the National Restaurant Association.  Students will plan, prepare and serve restaurant quality breakfasts and lunches.  The Pro-Start I Program combines relevant classroom activities with cafeteria observations and job shadowing experiences.  Upon completion of the Pro Start I Program students will take a certification test.

Course Number:                  K82/83

Course Title:                        Pro Start II (Food Service)

Prerequisite:                        Credit Earned in Pro Start I

Grade:                                    11-12

Pro Start II, a one-year course, is a continuation of Pro Start I.  The Pro Start program combines relevant classroom activities with optional paid internships that lead to certification of both academic and workplace skill mastery that is recognized in the industry.  Conduct conducive to professional growth will be stressed, in addition to ethical behavior, quality of leadership, initiative and judgment.

Course Number:                  K98/99

Course Title:                        Independent Study:  Family and Consumer Science

Prerequisite:                        Grade 11-12 and administrative approval

Before final registration the student must obtain the approval of an instructor in the Family and Consumer Science department under whom he/she will study. The instructor will base this approval both on an evaluation of the student’s ability and the program of study proposed by the student.  The approved program must be submitted to the designated administrator for final approval.  Independent Study is done on a Pass/Fail basis.

Course Number:                  HZ624/625

Course Title:                        Teen Relations

Prerequisite:                        Team recommendation*

The aim of this course is to encourage respect for individual differences and to show the need for cooperation and communication. Activities will guide students in exploring or analyzing aspects of their personal lives.

Course Number:                  HZ626/627

Course Title:                        Independent Living

Prerequisite:                        Team recommendation*

This course helps students develop skills that will help them succeed after high school. These skills include self exploration, choosing a career, personal health care, personal finances (e.g. designing a budget, filing taxes, balancing a check book, credit…), finding affordable transportation and housing and wise consumerism