Family and Consumer Sciences

CONTACT:

Teacher Name	Phone	Email	Grade Level
Mrs. Mary Ann Harriman	472-2275	maharrim@mpsaz.org

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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS:

• FS01 Introduction to Family and Consumer Sciences - Grade 7, 1 semester
  Students will explore various areas of FACS through hands-on activities, group projects and class discussion. Areas such as life skills, goals and decision making, culinary arts and nutrition, hospitality, child care, apparel/textiles, and careers will be covered.
• FS02 Life Skills - Grades 8, 9, 1 semester
  Students will focus on developing skills in the areas of goal setting, conflict resolution, wellness, food preparation, consumer skills, career exploration, responsible decision making and technology management.
• FS07 Food, Choices and Culture - Grade 8, 1 semester
  An introductory course emphasizing personal food choices. Activities include food preparation, nutrition, kitchen management, hospitality, eating disorders, cultures, and careers.
• FS10 Teens and Teaching - Grade 9, 1 semester
  Open to any student who enjoys children and teaching. Students will develop leadership skills through interaction with elementary school students. Other topics include self-esteem, communication, organization and problem solving, and child development. The first quarter is spent in preparation for going to the elementary school and the second quarter is spent preparing lessons and teaching them to elementary students. Students may earn hours toward the Graduation Honor for Excellence in Service Learning.
• FS40 Foods for Today - Grade 9, 1 semester
  This course offers opportunities in food selection, nutrition, equipment use and safety. Principles of food preparation are taught through demonstrations and lab experiences. Also included are meal planning, hospitality, and reinforcement of basic skills.
• FS60 Clothing - Grade 9, 1 semester
  For students who wish to learn to sew or for those who wish to add to their sewing knowledge. Activities include sewing techniques, machine use and care, fabric selection and personally selected construction projects.