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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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