CONSUMER SCIENCE

 

Students who elect courses from the Consumer Science Department are:

 

Competent learners whose academic goals are to:

á      Solve problems critically and analytically.

 

Responsible individuals whose civic goals are to:

á      Lead healthy lives in mind and body.

 

Complex thinkers whose social goals are to:

á      Accept and use constructive criticism.

á      Function effectively as members of a team.

 

FRESHMEN FOODS

2.5 Credits     Semester         Unweighted              Prerequisite: None

Food preparation basics will be explored in this semester course.  Recipe terminology, kitchen math, kitchen safety, reading and following a recipe, and basic meal preparation skills will be highlighted in this Òhands-onÓ introductory food preparation course.

 

CULINARY II

2.5 Credits    Semester          Unweighted              Prerequisite: None

This semester course builds upon the basics presented in Freshmen Foods.  The student will be introduced to more complicated recipes, techniques and terminology in this Òhands-onÓ food preparation course.  Main dishes, salads and desserts will be emphasized.

Offered in alternate school years starting in the odd numbered year.

 

ISLAND COOKING

2.5 Credits    Semester          Unweighted              Prerequisite: None

Island Cooking is a semester course highlighting some of the favorite recipes enjoyed on MarthaÕs Vineyard.  This Òhands-onÓ course will introduce jelly/jam preserves, simple seafood dishes, soups, chowders and desserts.

Offered in alternate school years starting in the odd numbered year.

 

BAKING

2.5 Credits     Semester         Unweighted              Prerequisite: None

The joys of baking will be introduced in this semester Òhands-onÓ course.  Quick breads, yeast breads, pastry and casseroles will be explored.

Offered in alternate school years starting in the even numbered year.

 

FOREIGN COOKING

2.5 Credits     Semester         Unweighted              Prerequisite: None

Italian, German, Mexican, Asian, French and Portuguese culinary favorites will be prepared in this Òhands-onÓ semester course.

Offered in alternate school years starting in the even numbered year.