Program of Studies - Hunterdon Central Regional High School
Program of Studies - Hunterdon Central Regional High School
Program of Studies - Hunterdon Central Regional High School
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FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCE DEPARTMENT<br />
SUPERVISOR: Sandra Chronic 908/284-7153 ~ schronic@hcrhs.k12.nj.us<br />
These Family and Consumer Science courses may be used to satisfy the 21 st Century Life and Careers or Career<br />
Technical Education graduation requirements listed on pages 4-5. This flow chart illustrates possible course<br />
sequencing in the Family & Consumer Science Department. Please note: prerequisite requirements for all courses<br />
are listed in the course descriptions. Please read these carefully, to ensure that all prerequisite courses have<br />
been taken before selecting a course.<br />
Child Development<br />
Early Childhood Education<br />
Convenience Foods<br />
World Food Tour<br />
Foods for Fitness<br />
Food Technology for the Family<br />
Sewing Concepts<br />
Fashion Merchandising<br />
Choice and<br />
Challenges<br />
Sewing Techniques<br />
Fashion Design<br />
Independent Living<br />
Family Living<br />
Interior Design<br />
Home Design<br />
The Real World<br />
FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCES COURSE DESCRIPTIONS:<br />
#868 - CHOICES AND CHALLENGES - 2.5 CREDITS (FCS 868 CHOICES & CHAL)<br />
Grades: 9-10<br />
In this course, students develop a sense <strong>of</strong> their personal value system and how it affects their daily life. They also<br />
learn practical organizational, decision making, critical thinking and money management skills. Students investigate<br />
values and attitudes which influence the society in which they live, and some historical perspectives. Students will<br />
maintain a course portfolio and complete several group and individual projects.<br />
#863 - CHILD DEVELOPMENT - 5 CREDITS (FCS 863 CHILD DEVELOPMENT)<br />
Grades: 10-12<br />
Students study and apply effective parenting and early childhood teaching techniques while participating in a<br />
community preschool laboratory. The importance <strong>of</strong> preparing for parenthood, including human reproduction and<br />
family planning is studied, along with the child’s physical, emotional, social and intellectual growth and development<br />
from conception through age six. Students involved in a Tech Prep program with Raritan Valley Community<br />
College can earn 3 RVCC or Seton Hall University, college credits by successfully completing this course with a<br />
B average.<br />
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