GET THE F.A.C.S.

FAMILY

AND

CONSUMER

SCIENCE

6TH, 7TH & 8TH GRADE CLASSES

Cheryl Hackmann:

7th/8th Foods

Jordan Burge:

Focus on FACS (6th) & Sewing (7th/8th)

 

Focus on FACS 6th Grade HE 1006th Grade (.25)

An introductory Family and Consumer Science course allowing students to

explore basic information in the areas of foods & nutrition, sewing technology, and

personal relationships. Students will learn basic cooking techniques and fabric

construction skill within a lab setting. Students will also focus on interpersonal skills relating to friends, family members

and child care.

FOCUS ON FACS

Creative Foods HE 1307/8 Grade (.5)

This class develops skill and knowledge in kitchen

management and food preparation. Healthy food choices and nutrition are emphasized in each unit.

Creative Foods: quick breads (muffins, biscuits), international foods (Italian & French), eggs, poultry

(chicken), fruits, cookies and pies.

Exploring Foods HE 1407/8 grade (.5)

This class develops skill and knowledge in kitchen

management and food preparation. Healthy food choices and nutrition are

emphasized in each unit.

Exploring Foods: Yeast breads (pretzels, pizza), cheese and milk, meats, grains (pasta, rice) vegetables, international

foods (Asian & Mexican), and cakes.

FACS: Exploring and Creative Foods

• These classes develop skill and knowledge in kitchen management and food preparation. Healthy food choices and nutrition are emphasized in each unit.

FACS: Sewing I and IISewing I

is designed to give students an opportunity to learn sewing skills,

pattern and fabric selection, and basic construction techniques while

completing projects. Students tie dye, practice designing garments, and sew several projects such as pin cushions,

lanyards, pencil cases, drawstring backpacks, pillows, pillow cases, pajama pants, and much more!

Sewing II is an independent study class during which you get to choose and sew 3 or

4 projects-and you get to pick whatever you want!

Enroll in Sewing!

FACS Class Summary

As a 7th or 8th grade student, you may take as many of the

Family & Consumer Science classes as you can fit into your schedule.

All classes focus on the process skills of problem solving, thinking,

management, leadership and communication.