Family & Consumer Sciences
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| The academic standards for Family and Consumer Sciences integrate and reinforce reading, writing, mathematical, scientific and social studies skills. Family and Consumer Sciences Education empowers individuals and families across the life span to manage the challenges of living and working in a diverse global society. Our unique focus is on families, work, and their interrelationships. |
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Financial & Resource Management
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Balancing Family,
Work &
Community Responsibility
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Food Science & Nutrition
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Child Development
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| The mission of Family and Consumer Sciences Education is to prepare students for family life, work life, and careers in Family and Consumer Sciences Education by providing opportunities to develop the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and behaviors needed for: |
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- Strengthening the well-being of individuals and families across the life span.
- Becoming responsible citizens and leaders in family, community, and work settings.
- Promoting optimal nutrition and wellness across the life span.
- Managing resources to meet the material needs of individuals and families.
- Balancing personal, home, family, and work lives.
- Using critical and creative thinking skills to address problems in diverse family, community, and work environments.
- Achieving success in employment and career development.
- Functioning effectively as providers and consumers of goods and services.
- Appreciating human worth and accepting responsibility for one's actions and success in family and work life.
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