Consumer Sciences
Family Living
1 Semester: 18 Units
Are you anxious to be independent? This course will prepare you for life after high
school. We will explore available housing choices as well as advantages of renting an
apartment or buying a home. We will look at setting up a house and what you can do to
turn it into a home. You will learn about food preparation and practice skills as we
complete a couple of labs where you will prepare simple recipes. Washing clothes will be
a breeze after we examine laundry basics. Budgeting, writing checks, and examining
consumer issues will prepare you for working with finances. Practicing decision making
and good communication skills will make them easier to use everyday.