Name:______

Block:______

HOME DISHWASHING ASSIGNMENT

Dear Parents/Guardians/Student:

Each student is to complete this assignment over the next week. Students are responsible for doing dishes by hand several times during the Foods & Nutrition component of the FACS course and the module lab. As part of foods lab includes clean up – it is my hope that not only will the students be more efficient & effective in the lab clean-up but will also take part in clean up chores at home. The students have had a lesson on what my expectations in the lab are for washing dishes, but you may want to add to these.

If your child is already helping with dishes (setting table, clearing table, washing, drying & putting away dishes) please check him/her off as he or she completes each of the following steps. Please evaluate each step using the scale below and sign when completed. THIS ASSIGNMENT IS DUE ON Feb.22 or 23

10 pts. – EXCEEDS EXPECTATIONS

5-9 pts.– MEETS EXPECTATIONS

1-4 pts. – NOT YET WITHIN EXPECTATIONS

1.Get Organized(These are the steps we use at school. Please modify if necessary to suit your preferences.)

Stack dishes beside sink Pts.___10

Scrape and pre rinse dishes

Fill sink or dishpan 2/3 full of hot soapy water

2. Preparing the Dishes Pts___/10

 Place in drying rack (eg. pots and pans)

 Load in dishwasher if available

3.Wash in Order

Wash dishes in this order:Pts___/30

  • Glassware
  • Flatware (knives, spoons, forks)
  • Tableware (plates, cups, saucers)
  • Serving dishes
  • Pots, pans, other utensils

4. Rinse :Remember that hot water and rinsing are just as important as detergent Pts. ___/10

5.Dry Pts. ___/10

6.Clean Up Pts. ___/30

Use a damp cloth and clean the counter, range top, and refrigerator. Empty the wastebasket. Sweep floor and use a dustpan to pick up bits and pieces. Close cupboard doors and drawers. Check the range to make sure it is turned off. Wipe out the sink and leave it clean and dry (especially stainless steel sinks which will water spot).

Parent/guardians: please sign below to indicate that your son or daughter has completed the assignment with your supervision. Then add the points for a total out of ______/ 100

Parent Signature ______

Thank you for your cooperation in completing this assignment. Hopefully your child will put the skills to good use in becoming more independent or as a means of helping out with family chores!

Mrs. Whitbeck

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