Welcome to Family and Consumer Sciences. If you have any questions please email dhiggins@tishomingo.k12.ok.us

Classes offered this year include:

   Family and Consumer Sciences

FCS Basics

This course is designed to provide students with basic information and
skills needed to function effectively within the family and a changing, complex society. Emphasis
is given to the development of competencies related to relationships, communication and
conflict resolution, caring for children, designing personal space, basic sewing skills, clothing
selection and care, promoting good health and nutrition, food selection and preparation, and
career exploration. Upon completion of this course, the student will have developed basic life
skills that promote a positive influence on the quality of life. Student leadership through Family,
Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) is an integral part of this course.

FCS II

This course is designed to provide students with nutrition knowledge to make
informed choices to promote lifetime wellness, the importance of healthy eating and physical
activity across the life span. Students will learn safe food handling practices, healthy menu
planning and food preparation techniques, and how to recognize sources of stress and healthy
strategies to reduce the impact of stress on total wellness.  Student leadership through Family, Career and Community Leaders of America
(FCCLA) is an integral part of this course.

Fashion Design

An introductory course that provides students with the most current information about the basic concepts and business aspects of fashion marketing and merchandising.  It introduces students to the field of fashion promotion and provides foundational fashion concepts related to economics, textiles and design.  This course introduces students to basic apparel design and construction skills.  Students will examine the elements and principles of design, plan a wardrobe, how to care for the clothing and basic sewing skills. Student leadership through Family,
Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) is an integral part of this course.

7^th & 8^th Grade

This course is designed to assist students in developing essential skills
for healthy growth and development. Students will gain skills through setting goals, making
good decisions and developing problem solving abilities. The course offers students the
opportunity to explore learning through hands on activities in the areas of relationships,
physical development, money management, child care, sustainability, and career exploration.
The skills gained at this early age will assist in creating a work and family life balance in the
future.
Student leadership through Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) is an
integral part of this course.

See Google Classroom for syllabus, assignments, agendas, and announcements.

If you are looking for information regarding FCCLA, please contact Ms. Higgins