Family & Consumer Science

	Curriculum Descriptions by Grade
	District Staff Members

Vision

Aligning with District 204’s vision, the Family and Consumer Science Department strives to prepare all students to succeed in an ever-changing world through rigorous programs in collaboration with the wider education and business community.

Mission

FACS identifies its unique focus as providing education for multiple roles of individuals in the family, career and community. Methods of learning are directed toward problem solving and reasoning as processes to use regardless of the future changes in the focus.

Philosophy Statement

Family and Consumer Science uniquely blends academic and vocational competencies in a changing world; and is, therefore, a vital component of a comprehensive education. An exemplary program provides opportunities for students to acquire knowledge and develop skills necessary for lifelong learning. The department’s diverse course offerings encourage personal growth and strengthen interpersonal skills. Students are directed toward forming concepts and developing competencies necessary to make intelligent choices and to apply principles and generalizations to new situations. Through exploration and development of attitudes that promote the values of initiative, leadership, integrity and industry. We envision our students to become better equipped to meet the challenges of the family and community in the 21st century.