Robert A. Cross Middle Magnet School

324 Lockett Station Road

Albany, Georgia 31721

'The Greatest School Ever'

Office (229) 431-3362 

Fax (229) 431- 3476

Family and Consumer Science

Mrs. Cindy Marshall

Family and Consumer Science cover areas of Self Development, Living Environments, Resource Management, Nutrition and Wellness, Consumer Clothing, Family, and Parenting and Child Care.

The student will:     

• gain knowledge of acceptable social etiquette

•  learn how to recognize and build character

• learn to take responsible actions using the decision-making process to solve problems

•  view the importance of good health

•  learn how to decorate living space

•  learn strategies for keeping a clean, safe home

•  will explore careers in social services, family services, and public relations

•  use learning module by Paxton/Patterson “Cartography”

•   learn how to select clothing that suits him/her

• learn the different fibers and fabrics

•  learn how to care for clothes

•   learn how children grow

• learn how to care for children

• understand parenting

•  learn the importance of balance in his/her life

•  learn how to make consumer choices

•  gain knowledge of workplace skills

• learn how nutrients work

•  learn how to prevent injuries from occurring in the kitchen

• learn various kitchen equipment

•   learn how to select and interpret recipes and measuring

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