Family and Consumer Science

Grade 8

Mission Statement: The Family and Consumer Science department provides exceptional comprehensive programs that enable individuals and families across the life span to manage the challenges of living and working in a diverse society. The mission of Family and Consumer Sciences education is to prepare students for family life by providing opportunities to develop knowledge, skills, attitudes and behaviors needed for:

  • 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, creative thinking and 21st Century skills to address problems in diverse family,

community and work environments.

  • 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.

The Family and Consumer Science program will be incorporating the following 21st Century Skills as part of the curriculum:

Application of Math and Literacy skills to real life experiences

Time Management Organizational Skills

Reading for Information Following Directions

Managing Resources Decision Making

Goal Setting Self Monitoring & Reflection

Cooperative Groups Effort

Problem Solving Accountability

The mode of instruction will consist of:

  • Discussion
  • Lecture
  • Observation
  • Peer Collaboration
  • Application of Math and Reading skills
  • Student self-inquiry
  • Problem Solving
  • Reflection

Family and Consumer Science Classroom Expectations:

  1. Mutual respect and cooperation are expected from all students when working individually or in

a group setting.

  1. Students should be on time and prepared for class with the following items:
  • Assignment Book
  • Pen or Pencil
  • PatriotPass
  • Independent reading book
  • Section of their binder for handouts

3. Participate actively and appropriately.

4. Listen and follow directions.

5. Be polite and respectful of others.

6. Use equipment safely and appropriately.

7. Complete all assignments and submit on time for full credit.

8. Strive to do your best.

Your child will spend 20 classes with Mrs. Bartlett covering the following topics:

Nutrition and Wellness:

  • Builds upon skills and knowledge acquired in the 6th and 7th grade Nutrition and Wellness

program

  • Emphasizes nutrients and the foods in which they are found
  • Safety and sanitation
  • Vegetables
  • Fruit
  • Grain Products
  • Science of baking
  • Math and literacy in the kitchen
  • Multicultural experiences
  • Foods Labs

Grading Criteria:

  • Participation and Planning 20%
  • Tests 40%
  • Projects 40%

Your child will spend 20 classes with Mrs. Carey covering the following topics:

Consumerism:

  • Comparison shopping
  • Supermarket setup
  • The Science of Packaging
  • Rights and responsibilities of the consumer
  • Grievance redress
  • Use of consumer resources

Clothing and Textiles:

  • Application of math skills through measurement
  • Tote bag construction

Grading Criteria:

  • Tests--30%
  • Quizzes—20%
  • Projects—30%
  • Participation—20%