NOMENCLATURA DE LAS SUBCUENTAS 1506.01 Piedras Y Metales Preciosos

Grade Levels: 9-12 Credit: 1 unit (36 weeks)

This course allows students to explore successful strategies for living independently by actively participating in practical problem solving focusing on relating to others (relationships), applying financial literacy,

managing resources in the areas of apparel, nutrition and wellness, and housing, using leadership skills to reach individual goals, planning for careers, and making consumer choices in a global environment Family Relations (8225)

Grade Levels: 10-12 Credit: 1 unit (36 weeks)

Students enrolled in Family Relations focus on analyzing the significance of the family, nurturing human development in the family throughout the lifespan, analyzing factors that build and maintain healthy family relationships, developing communication patterns that enhance family relationships, dealing effectively with family stressors and conflicts, managing work and family roles and responsibilities, and analyzing social forces that influence families across the lifespan. Critical thinking, practical problem solving, and entrepreneurship opportunities within the area of family responsibilities and services are emphasized. Teachers highlight the basic skills of mathematics, science, and communication in content. The entry level course, 8219

Independent Living, is strongly recommended before enrolling in this advanced FACS course. Life Planning (8227)

Grade Levels: 9-12 Credit: 1 unit (36 weeks)

Life Planning equips students with the skills to face the challenges in today's society. Students will develop a life-management plan which includes Developing Career, Community, and Life Connections; Applying Problem-Solving Processes to Life Situations; Creating and Maintaining Healthy Relationships; Developing Strategies for Lifelong Career Planning; Developing a Financial Plan; Examining Components of Individual and Family Wellness; and Demonstrating Leadership within the Community. Critical thinking and practical problem solving are emphasized through relevant life applications.

Nutrition and Wellness (8229)

Grade Levels: 10-12 Credit: 1 unit (36 weeks)

Students enrolled in Nutrition and Wellness focus on making choices that promote wellness and good health; analyzing relationships between psychological and social needs and food choices; choosing foods that promote wellness; obtaining and storing food for self and family; preparing and serving nutritious meals and snacks; selecting and using equipment for food preparation; and identifying strategies to promote optimal nutrition and wellness of society. Critical thinking, practical problem solving, and entrepreneurship

opportunities within the area of nutrition and wellness are emphasized. The entry level course, 8219 Independent Living, is strongly recommended before enrolling in this advanced FACS course. Introduction to Fashion Design and Marketing (8248)

Grade Levels: 9-12 Credit: 1 unit (36 weeks) Introduction to Fashion Design and Marketing focuses on the identification and exploration of individual careers within the apparel, accessory, textile design, manufacturing, and merchandising industry.

Instructional units include the relationships that exist among all areas of the clothing industry; related global and economic issues; apparel, accessory and textile technology; exploration of careers including

entrepreneurial opportunities in related areas; and the skills and personal characteristics necessary for success in these career fields.

Early Childhood Education (8285) OPTIONAL DUAL ENROLLMENT Grade Level(s): 11-12 weighting dependent on dual enrollment status Credit: 3 HS/6 college Location: BSTC

This course meets the requirements for CVCC courses CHD120 Introduction to Early Childhood Education and CHD 165 Observation and Participation in Early Childhood/Primary Settings for students interested in earning the Early Childhood Development career studies Certificate or AS degree in Early Childhood Development at the community college level. Students opting not to participate in the dual enrollment option may choose to combine this course with Teachers for Tomorrow internship in their senior year to meet the requirements for CDA certification (additional fee required). Students entering the program should be at least 16 years old by November 1 due to working in the school preschool program serving community children. Students master the skills needed to become teachers in preschools, Head Start programs, and daycare facilities while

establishing a valuable foundation toward the pursuit of a career in elementary education. Students are prepared to lead activities by studying child development, methods of teaching, lesson planning, creative involvement, nutrition, guiding behavior, professionalism, and safety. This is a one-year program combining classroom instruction and on-the-job work experience directing Little Learners Preschool, a laboratory pre- school center at BSTC. Completed application packet is required. The course includes an examination that confers certification from a recognized industry, trade, or professional association or a professional license from the Commonwealth of Virginia. This course is recommended for students interested in the following careers: preschool director, Head Start teacher, preschool teacher, nanny, elementary teacher, camp coordinator, family services specialist, etc.

Teachers for Tomorrow Internship (9062) DUAL ENROLLMENT

Grade Level: 11-12 5.0 Weighted Grading Scale Credit: 3 - 4 high school / 4 college Location: BSTC * 2 36-week courses to be taken in the same year Aligned with the Virginia Teachers for Tomorrow program, this course meets the Lynchburg College

requirements for EDUC 101 Foundations for Education and EDUC 202 Field Experience. Virginia Teachers for Tomorrow (VTfT) fosters student interest, understanding, and appreciation of the teaching profession and allows students to explore careers in education. Students build a foundation for teaching; learn the history, structure and governance of teaching; apply professional teaching techniques in the classroom; and reflect on their teaching experiences. This course provides the opportunity for students to prepare for careers in education as they research postsecondary options, learn about the process of teacher certification in Virginia, and participate in a practicum experience under the supervision of a BCPS teacher. Additional educational leadership opportunities are offered through the student organization, Future Educators Association. Completed application packet and interview are required. In addition, students must have personal

transportation to fulfill class requirements. The course includes an examination that confers certification from a recognized industry, trade, or professional association or a professional license from the Commonwealth of Virginia. This course is recommended for students interested in the following careers: elementary/middle school classroom teacher, principal, art/music/PE teacher, school guidance counselor, etc.

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