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    Family and Consumer Sciences (FACS)

    FACS Philosophy

    FACS content is guided by the National Standards for Family and Consumer Sciences. FACS is best experienced through life and work situations that place skills and knowledge in the context where effort based performance must be demonstrated, and a problem must be solved. FACS incorporates a variety of interdisciplinary principles. Reading, writing, scientific principles, and math are an integral part of instruction and are used for the purpose of making connections between assessments, concepts, and laboratory experiences. Appropriate technology is used to access and process information, form conclusions and communicate results.

     

    Curriculum Instruction

    1. Development for careers, community, and family connections
      Identify and examine different future careers
    2. Resource Management
      Explore financial planning and how it affects individual’s’ lives
    3. Consumerism
      Identify consumer advertising techniques and individuals’ consumer rights
    4. Safety and sanitation
      Identify and utilize food and equipment safety guidelines
    5. Nutrition
      Analyze and explain factors that influence the nutrition and wellness practices across the life span
    6. Family
      Evaluate the significance of family and its impact on the well-being of individuals and society
    7. Child Development
      Explore the stages of a child’s growth and development
    8. Interior Design
      Analyze how the design process affects individuals’ life
    9. Interpersonal Relationships
      Analyze personal needs and characteristics and their impact on peer, family and society
    10. Textiles
      Learn the basics of sewing

    Staff: Mr. Michael Sarisohn