Family and Consumer Studies Courses
Course Sequence Chart
Introduction to Foods and Nutrition (College Prep)
GPA Waiver Option
FCS111-Semester 1, FCS112-Semester 2
Open to 9-10-11-12
Semester Offered: Either semester
Prerequisite: None
This course is designed to be an introduction to the basic principles of food preparation, nutrition, and wellness. The course is centered on healthy food and lifestyle choices to enhance student awareness in regards to personal food choices, physical activity, healthy weight management, and the enhancement of athletic and academic performance.
Introduction to Clothing and Design (College Prep)
GPA Waiver Option
FCS121-Semester 1, FCS122-Semester 2
Open to 9-10-11-12
Semester Offered: Either semester
Prerequisite: None
In this introductory course students will have the opportunity to develop a range of skills in fashion design, clothing construction and interior design. Through lab use, projects and activities, students will learn to integrate these concepts into the context of individual and family life.
Child Development (College Prep)
GPA Waiver Option
FCS211-Semester 1, FCS212-Semester 2
Open to 10-11-12
Semester Offered: Either semester
Prerequisite: None
The Child Development course learning targets study the development of children using a variety of projects and activities. During the course of the semester, the physical, emotional, intellectual, social, and moral development of children from prenatal to age six is examined.
Food Preparation (College Prep)
GPA Waiver Option
FCS221-Semester 1, FCS222-Semester 2
Open to 10-11-12
Semester Offered: Either semester
Prerequisite: None
This course evaluates the impact of our food choices while studying nutrition, the science behind foods, and basic food purchasing. Students gain basic culinary skills while working in the foods lab.
Interior Design (College Prep)
GPA Waiver Option
FCS231-Semester 1, FCS232-Semester 2
Open to 10-11-12
Semester Offered: Semester 1 only
Prerequisite: None
Interior Design is a project based course where students explore design as it relates to housing and commercial interiors. This course integrates the application of design principles with the living environment, environmentally friendly design, color, and the efficient use of design in the context of indivisual and family lifestyles. Emphasis is on using available resources effectively to meet individual and housing needs.
Fashion Merchandising and Design (College Prep)
GPA Waiver Option
FCS241-Semester 1, FCS242-Semester 2
Open to 10-11-12
Semester Offered: Semester 2 only
Prerequisite: None
Fashion Merchandising and Design is a project-based course designed for students interested in the fashion industry, fashion design, and merchandising of fashion related products. Learning targets of this course include an overview and the evolution of the fashion industry, trends and movement of fashion, career development, merchandising, promotion, and fashion and accessory design.
Clothing (College Prep)
GPA Waiver Option
FCS251-Semester 1, FCS252-Semester 2
Open to 10-11-12
Semester Offered: Either semester
Prerequisite: None
Clothing is a lab-oriented course where students learn about construction techniques and fabric and pattern selection. Students will apply learning to their personal ready-to-wear apparel and accessories. This course can be taken multiple times for credit and as an Independent Study.
Teaching Young Children (College Prep)
GPA Waiver Option
FCS311-Semester 1, FCS312-Semester 2
Open to 11-12
Semester Offered: Either semester
Prerequisite: Child Development
Teaching Young Children offers students the opportunity to interact with and teach pre-school and kindergarten aged children in the Little Patriots Day School. Students will prepare and teach lessons, observe children, and assess individual children's developmental progress. This course provides a valuable opportunity for the students to explore their interests in this growing and challenging field and can be taken for more than one semester with credit earned for each semester.
Gourmet Foods (College Prep)
GPA Waiver Option
FCS321-Semester 1, FCS322-Semester 2
Open to 10-11-12
Semester Offered: Either semester
Prerequisite: Food Preparation
This course teaches students advanced food preparation skills with hands-on work in the foods lab focusing on regional American and international cuisine. A global perspective is gained through the exploration of international culture and food customs. Students will examine the current food supply and study the major influences and controversies associated with producing and distributing food.
Life Management (College Prep)
GPA Waiver Option
FCS411-Semester 1, FCS412-Semester 2
Open to 11-12
Semester Offered: Either semester
Prerequisite: None
Life Management allows students to explore a variety of topics designed to help them meet the challenges of life after high school. Curriculum learning targets for this course are designed to enhance the social and emotional development of students to aim to become self-sufficient citizens within their communities throughout high school and beyond. Within this course, the students will explore Sean Covey's book," 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens." Whether a student plans to pursue further study or employment after high school, an understanding of self, healthy relationships and practical decision making skills will help to develop responsibility and independence.