Unified Family and Consumer Sciences - FACS

This course is an introduction to skills needed for success in life. This course includes a modified version of the Family and Consumer Sciences course with an emphasis on real world daily life skills and functional skills. It includes: nutrition as it relates to physical and mental health, kitchen safety-sanitation, healthy weight management, money management, time management, self-esteem, decision-making, sewing and basic cooking skills. Additional units may include career exploration, child development, cultural foods, personality traits, and community relations/service. Additional lessons for Unified include social skills, reading body/facial cues, and inclusivity. Demonstrations, group activities, food labs, and cooperative learning experiences enhance the course.