"Our character is what we do when we think no one is looking." H. Jackson Brown, Jr.
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Course Description
Family and Consumer Science is a 20 week course which meets every day. This course is taught using a “hands – on” approach utilizing, incorporating, and reinforcing math, science, reading, writing, and technology skills whenever possible. The following topics may be covered: Character Education, Personal Development, Problem Solving / Decision Making, Family Resource Management, Clothing Management, Food Preparation,Nutrition and Wellness, Money Management and Consumerism
Teacher Cell Phone / Electronic Device / Ear Bud PolicyMoney
Cell phones /Electronic Devices / Earbuds are not allowed in school for 7th and 8th grades. If a student is caught with their cell phone during school hours, it will be taken and given to a school administrator, as outlined in the school student handbook.
Grading
Students’ work will be evaluated in the following way:
20% Classwork / Homework / Participation
40% Projects
40% Tests
Late assignments will have 10 points deducted from the assignment grade.
Supplies
Students will need a yellow binder (with 3 dividers) with them every day in class, along with their agenda. They must have a blue or black ink pen or pencil and a supply of loose leaf paper.