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FACS classes offered at Simmons Middle School

6th Grade Exploratory FACS

 

This class in a introduction to FACS.  6th graders will learn basic kitchen safety, kitchen equipment and techniques for measuring and apply those skills in lab. 

6th graders will also explore basic sewing skill creating a pillow case.

6th graders will also discuss the elements of design

 

7th Grade Exploratory FACS

 

A continuation of 6th grade FACS.  Students will build on skills and information from 6th grade including kitchen safety and various kitchen skills, as well as shopping skills

In sewing, 7th graders will work to improve their skills as well as learn new techniques while constructing a locker organizer.

7th graders will also have a lesson on self-concept and personal values.

 

8th Grade  FACS

 

8th grade FACS is a semester long class.  During the semester 8th graders will revisit kitchen and food safety, work extensively in the cooking lab, and do various computer based projects.

In addition to food preparation, students will also discuss nutrition and wellness.

For the sewing portion of class, students will continue to expand their knowledge by creating either sleeping pants or shorts.

8th graders will cover a unit on basic check writing and balancing a checking account.

Students will finish out the semester with a computer based project on personal interests and careers.