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Family and Consumer Sciences Education

Family and Consumer Sciences Education address challenges faced by individuals and families in the home, school, work place, and community.  Individuals need to develop abilities to think, communicate, manage, and lead in order to address the issues of a changing, technological, diverse, and global society.

The Mission Statement

The mission of Family and Consumer Sciences Education is to prepare students for family life, work, and careers in Family and Consumer Science Education by providing opportunities to develop the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and behaviors needed for becoming responsible citizens and leaders in family, community, and work settings.

 

Courses included in Family and Consumer Sciences Education:   Teen Living, Teen Dynamics, Family Dynamics, Money Dynamics, Parent and Child Dynamics, Food Dynamics, Housing Dynamics, Fashion Dynamics, Human Dynamics, and Family Wellness

Locations:  East Lawrence High, Hatton High, Hazlewood, High Lawrence County High, Mt. Hope, and Speake.

Fee:  The fee for taking Family and Consumer Sciences Education is $25.00 to $30.00 depending on the number of classes offered at each school.