Family Consumer Science (FACS)
Mission
The mission of Family and Consumer Sciences is to prepare students to manage a healthy personal life, family life and career. Our curriculum supports students as they develop skills through experiential learning to successfully participate in a diverse, global society.
Vision
To prepare students to manage a healthy personal life, family life and career.
Belief Statement
- Family
- Teaching interpersonal skills makes families strong.
- Strong family relationships are necessary so individuals can become contributing members of society.
- Effective parenting and caregiving is a learned process.
- Personal Development
- A positive self esteem is essential.
- Students need specific opportunities to develop and enhance self esteem.
- Proper nutrition maximizes individual development.
- Relationships
- Effective interpersonal skills are essential for family, social and occupational success.
- Career Preparation
- Students need to learn how to work cooperatively in groups.
- Students need to prepare for independent living after graduation.
- Consumerism
- Informed decision-making is essential to become a knowledgeable consumer and employee.
- Learning Environment
- Active student participation leads to effective learning.
- Application of technology enhances learning.
Resources
CONTACT US
Jamie Nord
Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services - Elementary
(763) 241-3400
jamie.nord@isd728.org
Kari Rock
Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services - Secondary
(763) 241-3400
kari.rock@isd728.org
Kelly Corbett
Director of Teaching & Learning
(763) 241-3400 x1205
kelly.corbett@isd728.org
Ashley Buhay
Sr Administrative Asst - Teaching & Learning
(763) 241-3400 x5000
Gretchen Fisher
Curriculum Specialist
(763) 241-3400 x1283
gretchen.fisher@isd728.org
Becky Herbert
Curriculum Specialist
(763) 241-3400 x5002
rebecca.herbert@isd728.org
Nichole Abernathy
Curriculum Specialist
(763) 241-3400 x 5004
nichole.abernathy@isd728.org
Kim Boyer
Curriculum Specialist
(763) 241-3400 x 5005
kimberly.boyer@isd728.org
Rachel Drapeau
Curriculum Specialist
(763) 241-3400 x 5006
rachel.drapeau@isd728.org
Leah Sams
Curriculum Specialist
(763) 241-3400 x 5013
leah.sams@isd728.org