FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCES [ FCS ] tional and social development of children birth to age 5
Projects , Activities , etc .:
• Interact with preschool children in the AH School Readiness Preschools
• Observation of children
• Research preschool toys , read aloud book , and hands on engaging activities
• Real Care Baby or alternative project Instructional Focus : Discussion , small / large group activities , project based activities , guest presenters , observation and research . Students in this course will be working towards their CDA ( Child Development Associate ) hours .
Early Childhood Careers I [ Students may earn Articulated College Credit ] Prerequisite / Selection Process : Child and Human Development Intended Audience : Grades 10 , 11 , and 12 Credit : One trimester = 0.5 credit Major Outcomes :
• Plan and develop lessons and activities for children
• Read aloud and teach lessons to preschool children development skills and service learning
• Explore and research various career opportunities working with children
• Create a preschool learning environment using space , relationships , materials , and routines as resources for constructing an interesting , secure , and enjoyable learning experience
Students in this course will be working towards their CDA ( Child Development Associate ) hours . Co-Curricular Connection : FCCLA Co-curricular Connection : Educators Rising
Early Childhood Careers II Intended Audience : Grades 11 and 12 Credit : One trimester = 0.5 credit Major Outcomes :
• Students will be working towards obtaining certification in their CDA ( Child Development Associates ). This is a nationally credentialed certification designed for 11-12th grade students . Students will begin compiling their portfolio and complete their competency statements for their CDA .
• Students will volunteer or be employed in an Early Childhood setting working towards 480 required hours .
Project , Activities etc .,
• Compiling their portfolio
• Completing their learning experiences in the preschool
• Working on their competency statements for the CDA with support from their teacher
• Preschool experience is part of this course as well as an opportunity for field experience
• Evaluate a client ’ s profile to create a detailed , specific project to meet a client ’ s needs
Instructional Focus :
• Volunteer / Work Experience
• Completing Competency Standards I . To establish and maintain a safe , healthy learning environment . II . To advance physical and intellectual competence . III . To support social and emotional development and to provide positive guidance . IV . To establish positive and productive relationships with families . V . To ensure a well-run , purposeful program that is responsive to participant needs .
VI . To maintain a commitment to professionalism .
• Professional Philosophy Statement
• Creation of Portfolio Potential College Credit & National Certification : MCTC , HTC , and Normandale pending CDA completion
Early Childhood Parenting Program Prerequisite / Selection Process : Pregnant or parenting students accessing the CAPE daycare program Intended Audience : Pregnant or parenting students accessing the CAPE daycare program Credit : One trimester = 0.5 Elective Major Outcomes : Students will learn important life skills , self-advocacy , nutrition , advocating for the baby / child , interpersonal skills , parenting skills including , but not limited to feeding , hygiene , discipline / setting expectations , achieving growth milestones , accessing community resources . Projects , Activities , etc : Observation of babies / child ; goal setting for individual needs
Coll Foundation of Education [ Concurrent enrollment with Anoka Ramsey Community College ] Intended Audience : Grades 10 , 11 , and 12 Prerequisites / Selection Process : College admission requirements Credit : Two trimesters / One Period = 1.0 credit Successful completion will earn 4 college credits . Major Outcomes :
• Exploration of the education profession
• Exploration and application of topics related to education : learning , assessment , history , instructional strategies
• 30 hours Field Experience Instructional Focus : Discussion , small / large group activities , Project based activities , Guest presenters , field trips , observation .
DESIGN AND VISUAL ARTS
Fabric , Apparel , and Design Prerequisite / Selection Process : none Intended Audience : Grades 9 , 10 , 11 , and 12 Credit : One trimester = 0.5 credit * Students will receive an art credit for the course . Major Outcomes :
• Analyze how culture is connected to fashion
• Create apparel designs that use the principals and elements of design
• Apply technical skills to create a textile product
Projects , Activities , etc .:
• Design sketches related to the principles and elements of design
• Hands-on experience in pattern selection , construction apparel designs .
Instructional Focus : Project-based fashion designs and apparel construction . Students will be exposed to industry technology in the field of apparel and design .
Interior Design and Housing Intended Audience : Grades 9 , 10 , 11 , and 12 Credit : One trimester = 0.5 credit * Students will receive an art credit for the course . Major Outcomes :
• Analyze past and present housing trends and cultural influences in the United States .
• Create a design that utilizes all of the elements of art
• Sketch a floor plan using planning terminology and architectural symbols
Project , Activities , etc :
• History of housing timeline
• Analyze the principals and elements of design
• Evaluate a client ’ s profile to create a detailed , specific project to meet a client ’ s needs . Instructional Focus : Students design functional and appealing living spaces .
FOUNDATIONAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS Consumer Strategies Intended Audience : Grades 10 , 11 , and 12 Credit : One trimester = 0.5 credit Major Outcomes :
• Budgeting and Spending
• Income and Taxes
• Insurance
• Banking Options
• Credit and Identity Theft
• Investing and Savings
• Major Purchases ( leasing , renting , ownership ) Projects , Activities , etc .: Develop a financial budget and helpful personal resources guide . Instructional Focus : Preparing students for financial aspects of “ adulting .” This course does not meet the Financial Literacy Requirements .
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