Life Skills Foods
This course is offered every other year. It will include skills/concepts that involve becoming
independent in the kitchen and the community. The curriculum will be broken down and modified
to accommodate the learning needs of the students. Great to take before participating in Basic
Foods, International Foods, or any other Family and Consumer Economics class. Topics
include: Nutrition and food groups, Kitchen safety and sanitation, Kitchen equipment and
utensils, Food preparation, Reading recipes, labels, and coupons, and Community awareness
(including mealtime etiquette and grocery shopping). Students will participate in a number of
labs to increase their basic skills knowledge in the kitchen.
Life Skills I
This course will cover personal skills/concepts one will need in order to live healthy (physically,
emotionally, and socially), independent lives. The curriculum will be broken down and modified
to accommodate the learning needs of the students. Topics include: Responsibility and
independence, Improving selfesteem, Accepting/handling criticisms and stress,
creating/maintaining relationships (family, friends, and peer pressure), Improving communication
(including telephone skills and note taking), First aid, Home safety, Health and hygiene, Clothing
and care, and taking care of the home.
Life Skills II
This course will include a combination of skills/concepts that are taught in Independent Living
and Personal Finance. The curriculum will be broken down and modified to accommodate the
learning needs of the students. Topics included: Balancing/budgeting money, Completing/filling
out applications, Job skills, Insurance, Ta