Herschel V. Jenkins High School
FCCLA
Savannah, Georgia
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Together, FCCLA and our FACS courses help prepare us for our futures.
Family: In Food, Nutrition, and Wellness as well as Food For Life, we learn the importance of a nutritious and well balanced lifestyle for ourselves and our family members. We learn about meal planning for our families that are healthy and cost effective, which will be very beneficial once we graduate and start our own families.
Career: Every Wednesday, our FACS classes have "Workforce Wednesday." In these class sessions, we work on necessary skills to acquire and keep job positions. We complete resumes, develop digital portfolios, and have visitors from industry come in and teach us about their careers.
Community: Each semester, the FCCLA members currently enrolled in FACS courses plan, promote, and carryout classroom community service projects using the FCCLA Planning Process. During Fall 2023, we did Cookies for Childhood Cancer Research, a coat drive or local homeless children, and a canned food drive for a local church in which we stocked the food pantry and provided holiday meals.
Georgia DOE Family and Consumer Sciences
Nutrition and Food Sciences:
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Nutrition is an important life skill – without proper nutrition, individuals may develop many health related diseases and disorders.
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Food Science enables research to develop new products in the market place that might prevent disease or add longevity to your life.
Students that choose this pathway may further their studies for a career as a nutritionist, dietitian, or food scientists.
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At Jenkins High School, the Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) courses play a pivotal role in shaping well-rounded and informed individuals. These courses are designed to provide students with practical skills and knowledge that are essential for navigating various aspects of family life and personal well-being. Covering a range of topics such as nutrition, child development, interpersonal relationships, and financial management, the FCS curriculum at Jenkins High School equips students with valuable life skills. Through hands-on activities, projects, and real-world applications, students not only gain theoretical knowledge but also develop the practical abilities necessary for success in adulthood. The FCS courses foster a sense of responsibility, resilience, and effective communication, preparing students to make informed decisions and contribute positively to their families and communities. The program at Jenkins High School strives to instill a strong foundation for a healthy and balanced lifestyle, emphasizing the importance of family dynamics and personal development.
