Family and Consumer Science

CULINARY ARTS 361/461(FCF36100S/FCF46100S)
GRADE: 10,11,12 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: .5 GPA: All Subject
This advanced course is designed to allow students to explore their personal goals in the field of culinary arts and provide them with the opportunity to enhance their knowledge of the industry. In this class, students will create gourmet foods with artistic presentation, develop entire meals and unique dining experiences for school events and demonstrate their leadership abilities in a food related setting. Field trips include the FCCLA culinary competition and the National Restaurant Show.
PREREQUISITE: Foods and Nutrition 216

FOODS AND NUTRITION 161 (FCF16100S)
GRADE: 9,10,11,12  LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: .5 GPA: All Subject
Foods & Nutrition 161 is an introductory course designed to help students explore the basic kitchen fundamentals. Students will create appetizing foods that are appropriate for busy schedules and average budgets. Units include fruits, vegetables, eggs, cheese, meat, grains and desserts as well as meal preparation. Culinary & hospitality careers are also explored.

FOODS AND NUTRITION LA 161(Course Code)
GRADE: 9,10,11,12 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: .5 GPA: All Subject
While incorporating the concepts and activities of an introductory foods class, this course is specifically designed for English learners.

BAKING & PASTRY 261
GRADE: 9, 10, 11, 12 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: .5 GPA: All Subject
Baking & Pastry 261 is a laboratory course designed to help students learn advanced baking techniques. Students will continually prepare various baked goods as they apply to the appropriate units. The units highlighted in this course include advanced quick breads, yeast breads, pies and cake decorating. Pending Board approval.

PREREQUISITE: Foods and Nutrition 161

CREATIVE CUISINES 261
GRADE: 9, 10, 11, 12 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: .5 GPA: All Subject
Creative Cuisines 261 is a lab-based course where students develop advanced food preparation skills in culinary arts while also exploring USA regional cuisine and gaining global perspectives of international cuisine.  As students prepare the cuisines of these regions, they will explore the food customs, local history and geography of each.  Advanced culinary techniques, knife skills, meat preparation and high heat cooking are emphasized throughout this course. Pending Board approval.
PREREQUISITE: Foods and Nutrition 161

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION 161 (FCD16100S)
GRADE: 9,10,11,12 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: .5 GPA: All Subject
This course introduces students to the development of the child from conception through the school-age years. Topics such as how to work well with children, developmentally age appropriate activities, components of development (social-emotional, physical, cognitive and language) development of children are discussed in addition to pregnancy related topics. The simulated infant (flour sack baby) and computer simulated infant are key learning experiences. Upon completion of this course students will earn a “Gateways ECE Credential Level 1”.

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION 261 (FCD26100S)
GRADE: 10,11,12 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: .5 GPA: All Subject
This practicum will provide students with an opportunity to observe, plan and direct activities of the Titan Tots preschool at Glenbrook South. Students will have the opportunity to use various forms of educational technology. A variety of preschool and child care experiences will be explored. Students will learn to master teaching skills in planning, creating, teaching and evaluating all areas of the early childhood curriculum. They will also learn classroom management in relation to discipline techniques. Students study early childhood theorists and apply theory while working in Titan Tots Preschool.
PREREQUISITE: Early Childhood Education 161

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION 361 (FCD36100S)
GRADE: 10,11,12 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: .5 GPA: All Subject
This course examines the theoretical and practical application of child development theories. The students become a lead teacher in the GBS Titan Tots Preschool. This is a one semester course that will allow students to explore teaching and related fields as a profession. Students can be enrolled in this course for up to four semesters.
PREREQUISITE: Early Childhood Education 261

TEACHING INTERNSHIP 461 (FCD46100S)
GRADE: 10,11,12 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: .5 GPA: All Subject
This teaching internship course examines the theoretical and practical application of educational theories. The students extend and enhance skills as a teaching intern through a practicum experience in local elementary schools or daycare centers. Interactions with elementary educators in real-world applications provides a great advantage for students as they choose college and career options. Students may be enrolled in this course for up to four semesters.
PREREQUISITE: Early Childhood Education 361

FASHION AND APPAREL DESIGN 161 (FCC16100S)
GRADE: 9,10,11,12 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: .5 GPA: All Subject
Fashion 161 is an introductory laboratory course designed to combine hands-on experience with machine work for garment construction while integrating an understanding of fashion design with the use of sewing tools and machinery. Students will develop skills necessary for making clothing and personal accessories. Students are introduced to wardrobe planning, fashion trend forecasting, and the fashion design process. Students develop skills to create a digital portfolio that embodies their creativity and designs throughout the semester and showcase their work professionally. Students purchase materials and supplies independently. He/She is required to construct a flannel pant garment and one small choice project. Other sewing projects are determined individually between teacher and student based upon the student’s needs, interests and demonstrated ability.

FASHION AND APPAREL DESIGN 261 (FCC26100S)
GRADE: 10,11,12 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: .5 GPA: All Subject
Fashion 261 is a laboratory course designed to help students learn advanced sewing techniques to enhance their garment construction. Students construct garments of their choice as they learn to work with a variety of fabrics. Students expand their digital portfolios by fashion blogging, sketching and adding their designs throughout the duration of the semester. Students purchase materials and supplies independently.
PREREQUISITE: Fashion and Apparel Design 161

FASHION AND APPAREL DESIGN 361 (FCC36100S)
GRADE: 11,12 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: .5 GPA: All Subject
Fashion 361 is the third and fourth in the clothing sequence. Students will perfect sewing skills as they construct a broad range of garments. Students select projects upon the basis of demonstrated ability, needs and interests and are encouraged to be creative with interesting fabrics and more difficult patterns. Students continue to expand their digital portfolios by fashion blogging, sketching and adding their designs throughout the duration of the semester. Students purchase materials and supplies independently for their unique designs.
PREREQUISITE: Fashion and Apparel Design 261
 
FASHION AND APPAREL DESIGN 461 (FCC46100S)
GRADE: 11,12 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: .5 GPA: All Subject
Fashion 461 is the fourth class in the clothing sequence. Students will perfect sewing skills as they construct a broad range of garments. Students select projects upon the basis of demonstrated ability, needs and interests and are encouraged to be creative with interesting fabrics and more difficult patterns. Students continue to expand their digital portfolios by fashion blogging, sketching and adding their designs throughout the duration of the semester. Students purchase materials and supplies independently for their unique designs.
PREREQUISITE: Fashion anlp Apparel Design 361

FASHION AND APPAREL DESIGN 561 (FCC56100S)
GRADE: 11,12 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: .5 GPA: All Subject
Fashion 561 is the fifth fashion design course in the sequence. Students will continue to improve their sewing skills and incorporate more advanced skills including an introduction to pattern making. to enhance their garments while designing & sketching a 4-piece collection. Also explore their fashion identity and develop their brand’s concept. Introduction to draping using professional grade mannequins and transition to making their own patterns.
Students will continue to build their portfolios for college/employment opportunities, and will have the opportunity to plan an end of year fashion showcase.
PREREQUISITE: Fashion and Apparel Design 461

FASHION AND APPAREL DESIGN 661 (FCC66100S)
GRADE: 11,12 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: .5 GPA: All Subject
Fashion 661 is the sixth fashion design course in the sequence. Students will continue to refine their sewing, pattern making, and draping skills. Also students will design & sketch a 4-piece collection that derives from their personal concept, and formulate a business plan based on their concept and vision. Students will create sample garments and showcase their unique designs as they continue to build their portfolios for college/employment opportunities, toward the minimum requirement of a 10-piece collection for most design schools. Also, students will have the opportunity to plan an end of year fashion showcase.
PREREQUISITE: Fashion and Apparel Design 561

FASHION AND APPAREL DESIGN 761 (FCC76100S)
GRADE: 11,12 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: .5 GPA: All Subject
Fashion 761 is the seventh fashion design course in the sequence. Students will design their final 4-piece collection for their brand/label incorporating more advanced sewing skills. Also will continue to refine their fashion sketching, sewing, pattern making, and draping skills with independent focus on design strategies in enhancing their brand/label.  Students will add to their business plan based on their concept and vision, and continue to build their portfolios for college/employment opportunities, toward the minimum requirement of a 10-piece collection for most design schools. Also, students will have the opportunity to plan an end of year fashion showcase.
PREREQUISITE: Fashion and Apparel Design 661

INTERIOR DESIGN 161 (FCI16100S)
GRADE: 9,10,11,12 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: .5 GPA: All Subject
Interior Design 161 is a hands-on introductory course designed to help students develop skills in building client relationships, using elements and principles of design to achieve a desired mood, creating 2D & 3D floor plans, selecting and arranging furniture to enhance a space, coordinating appealing color schemes, budgeting for each project, and presenting designs. Current trends in decorating are discussed. Many projects are completed in class, including a Bedroom Design Project and an Urban Condo Project.

INTERIOR DESIGN 261 (FCI26100S)
GRADE: 9,10,11,12 LENGTH: 1 Sem CREDIT: .5 GPA: All Subject
This laboratory course is designed to help students learn advanced interior design skills to enhance their ability to design various types of spaces. Students build upon their skills learned from Interior Design I and present designs in a professional manner. A digital portfolio will be built in this course to utilize for career exploration. Design projects will include: Sustainable Design, Kitchen & Bathroom Design, Retail Store Design, and Home Design.
PREREQUISITE: Interior Design 161