Overview
Home economics education advocates for positive change in home life experiences for individuals and families. It is the foundation of knowledge, attitudes and abilities that affect daily decision making throughout our lives. Home economics consists of five interdependent areas:
- Human Development
- Food and Nutrition
- Financial Management
- Clothing and Textiles
- Shelter and Housing
Students critically examine significant concerns of daily life in terms of consequences to self, family, and society. Home economics education contributes to the development of individuals and the family as functioning units of society.
In addition, home economics prepares students to use entrepreneurial skills, accept challenges, adjust and adapt in a climate of change, experiment and use creativity, make informed judgements, and apply reasoned action to practical life situations.
This program forms the basis for further study in the family studies program at high school.
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Intermediate
Students explore many of the perennial challenges of everyday life. Through a modular approach, students are engaged in experiences which develop attitudes, skills, and understandings essential for the maintenance and improvement of family living. Students develop an awareness that personal decisions affect the quality of one’s life and those around them. Topics include:
- child care
- clothing care
- foods and nutrition
- money management and consumerism
- personal living space
Home Economics Intermediate is designed for students to explore the underlying topics in Home economics along with the major area contained within the subject area. By gaining knowledge, insight and skills related to many of the perennial challenges of everyday life, young people will grow in both confidence and ability to direct their own futures and achieve healthy lifestyles.
There are six modules to be completed during the intermediate years
- Introductory Module
- Child Care Module
- Clothing Care Module
- Foods and Nutrition Module
- Money Management and Consumerism Module
- Personal Living Space Module
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