Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) and Family and Consumer Sciences Related Occupations (FCSRO) instructional programs are based on the eight content areas of the Family and Consumer Sciences Body of Knowledge:

*Child Development and Guidance *Consumer Education

*Family and Human Development *Fashion, Textiles, and Apparel

*Food and Nutrition *Housing and Furnishings

*Individual and Family Health *Leadership Development

FCS Educators teach courses in three industry sectors: Education, Child Development, Family Services; Fashion and Interior  Design; and Hospitality, Tourism and Recreation

Teaching is more than a profession…it’s a way to make a difference in your community~

• Create a culture of inclusion, promote social justice

• Help students become well-rounded people

• Innovate every minute of every day

• Help youth realize their potential

• Be challenged every day

• Enjoy interactions with students and community

• Be a lifelong learner

• Laugh every day

• Enjoy autonomy – develop your own teaching style

• Spend more time with your family

• Use vacation breaks to reflect and energize

• Variety and renewal – Start each year with new group of students with unique personalities, experiences and ideas