Family and Consumer Science Dept.
Middle School Program Framework
Grades 5th, 6th and 8th - updated October 2015
Course Description
Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) at the middle school level prepares students to begin their journey toward becoming independent, productive citizens. The Middle School Curriculum includes standards for 10 units of study that are essential for ALL students:
It is the aim of Family and Consumer Sciences courses that all students increase their ability to act responsibly and productively, work cooperatively, apply concepts of balancing school/work and family, create solutions to critical and emergent issues, utilize technology effectively in personal and family settings, and maintain healthy lifestyles. Family and Consumer Sciences provides the bridges needed by all students to deal with life issues.
The content topics include:
· Community Connections (CC)
· Career Development (CD)
· Clothing Management CM)
· Consumer Resource Management (CRM)
· Family/Parenting (F)
· Financial Management (FM)
· Human Development (HD)
· Interpersonal Relationships (IR)
· Nutrition and Wellness (NW)
· Personal Environment Management (PEM)