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Families and Future
Family and Futures

Family and Futures

 

Course Goal: The course is designed to prepare the students for the real world. To become successful members of society, the student will need to set goals and take responsibility for their lives through sound decision-making. Students will explore a wide range of topics such as career choices, dating, relationships, preparing nutritionally balanced meals, housing options, finances, and handling family crisis.       

 

Course Outline:

 

I. Knowing Myself

A.     Values

B.     Relationships

C.     Communication

D.     Decision Making

II.         The World of Work

A.     Skills Assessment

B.     Resume Planning

C.     Job Search

D.     Budget Decisions and planning

E.      Adjusting to change

III.       Nutrition

A.     Meal Planning

B.     Diet Choices

C.     Eating for everyday

IV.       Meal Preparation

A.     Basic cooking skills

B.     Recipe reading

C.     Preparing for independent living

D.     Thanksgiving entertaining and feast

 

 

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Updated: Oct 27, 2006  



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