CCA is designed to help students identify their interests, abilities, and skills. The year will be divided into 4 rotations which cover the following areas: Business, Finance & Marketing, Hospitality & Tourism and Human Services, Computer Science & Information Technology, Transportation/Distribution & Logistics, Audio/Visual Technology and Communications, Architecture & Construction, Engineering & Technology and Manufacturing, Family & Consumer Sciences, Human Services and Health Science

There will be 4 teachers for this class throughout the year: Mrs. Hammond, Mr. Lai, Mr. Maw and myself.

My rotation is the Family and Consumer Sciences, Human Services and Health Science rotation which will involve hands-on activities in our classroom or in our Foods Lab where students will work individually, with a partner or in small teams to solve various objectives. It is expected that all students will observe and practice safe work habits.

Supplies Needed: Notebook/Paper, Pen/Pencil, Computer Charged (Daily)

FCS Exploration is a semester class that explores areas of the Family and Consumer Sciences. Students will explore and cultivate skills in interior design, food and nutrition services, childcare, and an introduction to sewing. We will also continue exploring job related tasks to each subject area that we cover. It is expected that all students will observe and practice safe work habits.

Supplies Needed: Notebook/Paper, Pen/Pencil, Computer Charged (Daily), Hair Tye (Foods Unit), Fabric (Sewing Unit), OPTIONAL: Color Pencils (Interior Design Unit)

Child Development

COURSE OBJECTIVE

This course provides students with an understanding of the aspects of human growth and development. Parenting skills are developed as positive guidance techniques and child-related issues are studied. Learning activities, observation techniques, and lab experiences in working with young children may be included. No prerequisite is needed to take this class.

COURSE CURRICULUM

The following curriculum will be taught throughout the semester:  Parenting Responsibilities, Pregnancy and Childbirth, Newborn and Infant, Toddlers and Preschoolers, Guidance Techniques, Health and Wellness of Children.  Students will have the opportunity to take home an electronic baby in order to meet performance objectives for this course. There will be a permission slip that must be signed prior to the experience as well as a written report on the experience.  We will begin the baby check-out process AFTER the pregnancy and childbirth objectives are met.

EQUIPMENT/SUPPLIES

• 3-Ring Binder or Folder with pockets (Something to keep you organized.)
• Pen or Pencil (To be brought to class every day!)
• $10 fee for this course.  Payment can be made 2 weeks AFTER the first day of the semester