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Elkhorn Public Schools
Family Consumer Science
HS Family Consumer Science - Human Development

Achieving Independence
Physical Needs
The learner will be able to identify the physical needs that must be met in order to live independently from parents, and strategies for meeting those needs, which may include but not be limited to a discussion on individual needs/wants/goals/values, and decisions related to the acquisition and management principles related to housing and furnishings, food, clothing, transportation, health care, and recreation.
Strand Scope Source
Achieving Independence Reinforce Elkhorn Public Schools(a)FCS 1.0.1, 5.0.1, 6.0.4. FCSNS 2.1.1, 2.1.2, 2.1.3, 2.1.4, 2.1.5, 2.1.6, 2.1.7, 2.1.8, 12.1.1, 12.1.2
  
Intellectual, Social, & Emotional Ne
The learner will be able to identify intellectual, social, and emotional needs that must be met in order to live independently from parents, and strategies for meeting those needs, which may include but not be limited to self-esteem and self-concept, the development of personality, steps in decision-making and problem-solving, experience and maturity, establishing trust, autonomy, initiative, industry, and identity, parent, peer and sibling relationships, coping with loneliness, support systems, etc.
Strand Scope Source
Achieving Independence Reinforce Elkhorn Public Schools(a) FCS 1.0.1, 3.2.1, 3.2.2, 5.0.1, 6.0.3, FCSNS 12.1.1, 12.2.2, 12.2.3, 12.3.3
  
Economics
The learner will be able to identify economic issues affecting individuals and families and demonstrate principles of managing resources, which may include studies of money management, short- and long-term financial planning, protecting oneself against losses, credit practices, etc.
Strand Scope Source
Achieving Independence Reinforce Elkhorn Public Schools(a) FCS 6.0.4, 6.0.5, FCSNS 2.5.2, 2.5.4, 2.6.1, 2.6.2, 2.6.3, 2.6.4
  
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Intimate Relationships
Establishing Intimacy
The learner will be able to explore components of intimacy, which may include theory and topics such as dating, date rape, dating customs, identifying desirable qualities in one's partner, effective communication skills, love vs. infatuation, co-dependency, etc.
Strand Scope Source
Relationships Reinforce Elkhorn Public Schools(a) FCS 2.2.1, 2.2.3, 4.1.1 FCSNS 13.1.1, 13.1.3, 13.1.4, 13.1.5, 13.2.1, 13.2.2, 13.2.3, 13.2.4, 13.3.1, 13.3.2, 13.3.3
  
Sexuality
The learner will be able to trace the development of sexuality, which may include but not be limited to anatomy and physiology of the reproductive system, endocrinology, human sexual response, theories on sexuality, legal, ethical, political, and moral implications of sexual practices, etc.
Strand Scope Source
Relationships Introduce Elkhorn Public Schools(a) FCSNS 13.1.2, 13.2.4, 15.4.1
  
Sexual Precautions
The learner will be able to identify precautions that must be considered by couples considering or engaging in sexual activity, including studies in natural and artificial methods of birth control, recognizing at-risk life styles, advantages and disadvantages of birth control methods, the distinct advantages of remaining abstinent before marital commitment, and the transmission of sexual diseases.
Strand Scope Source
Relationships Introduce Elkhorn Public Schools(a) FCSNS 13.1.3, 13.2.4
  
Interdependence
The learner will be able to explore commitment and related issues, which may likely include but not be limited to marriage, marriage alternatives, mixed marriages, marriage customs, laws, and traditions, the role of the extended family, traits of a healthy marriage and growing together, etc.
Strand Scope Source
Relationships Introduce Elkhorn Public Schools(a) FCSNS 6.1.5, 13.1.1, 13.1.4
  
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Parenting
The learner will be able to examine parenting issues, including but not limited to the role of the family in society, the decision to have and/or raise children, conception, pregnancy, childbirth, adoption, termination of pregnancies, child rearing responsibilities, the roles of mothers and fathers, the consequences of parenting practices, cultural differences and expectations, developing family strengths, etc.
Strand Scope Source
Parenting Reinforce Elkhorn Public Schools(a) FCS 3.0.1, 3.0.2, 4.0.1, 4.1.1, 4.1.3, FCSNS 6.1.1, 15.1.1, 15.1.2, 15.1.3, 15.1.4, 15.1.5, 15.1.6, 15.4.1, 15.4.2, 15.4.3, 15.4.4
  
Stress and Conflict
The learner will be able to recognize stress and conflict as normal emotional disturbances, and identify methods that may help an individual or family prevent or resolve these issues and/or develop coping skills and resilience.
Strand Scope Source
Relationships Reinforce Elkhorn Public Schools(a) FCS 1.0.1, 1.0.2, FCSNS 13.1.6, 13.4.1, 13.4.2, 13.4.3, 13.4.4, 13.4.5, 13.4.6
  
Family Crisis
The learner will be able to identify types and management of common crisis' for individuals or families, which may include but not be limited to family violence, spouse and/or child abuse, chemical dependencies, depression, divorce, remarriage, step families, financial hardships, career demands, unemployment and/or job loss, legal offenses/consequences, etc.
Strand Scope Source
Relationships Introduce Elkhorn Public Schools(a) FCS 5.1.2, 5.2.3, FCSNS 13.1.3, 13.1.5, 13.3.4
  
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Middle & Old Age Issues
Physical Changes
The learner will be able to investigate physical changes in the body as they might frequently occur during middle and old age, which may include but not be limited to topics such as osteoporosis, arthritis, diabetes, eating disorders, failing eyesight, hearing loss, wrinkles and cosmetic surgery, incontinence, aches and pains, heart disease, age-related cancers, corns and bunions, decreased mobility, menopause, sexual dysfunction, hair loss, tooth loss, metabolic changes, prescription drug use and dependency, etc.
Strand Scope Source
Aging and Death Introduce Elkhorn Public Schools(a) FCS 3.0.3, 5.1.2, FCSNS 6.1.6, 12.1.1, 12.1.2
  
Social and Emotional Changes
The learner will be able to discuss changes in social circumstances and/or emotional stability as related to middle and old age, which may include but not be limited to the "empty nest" adjustments, mid-life crisis, grand-parenthood, retirement, assisted living facilities, nursing homes, isolation and decreasing circle of friends, depression, lonliness, children as elderly care-givers, elderly abuse, etc.
Strand Scope Source
Aging and Death Introduce Elkhorn Public Schools(a) FCS 3.0.3, 5.1.2, FCSNS 6.1.6, 13.1.2, 12.1.1, 12.1.2
  
Intellectual and Economic Changes
The learner will be able to explore economic and intellectual changes associated with middle and old age, such as wisdom, integrity, contributions to the workplace, management of resources, memory loss and/or Alzheimer's disease, etc.
Strand Scope Source
Aging and Death Introduce Elkhorn Public Schools(a) FCS 3.0.3, FCSNS 6.1.1, 12.1.1, 12.1.2
  
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Death and Bereavement
Facing Death
The learner will be able to define terminology and investigate factors related to death and dying, which may include legal definitions, life expectancy, causes of death, the impact of technology on sustaining life, euthanasia, theories of death, funeral practices, medical examinations/autopsies, the preparation of traditional and living wills, organ donations, facing one's own impending death, suicide, etc.
Strand Scope Source
Aging and Death Introduce Elkhorn Public Schools(a) FCS 3.0.3, 5.0.1, 5.1.1, FCSNS 2.4.3, 6.1.6, 12.1.1
  
Stages of Grief
The learner will be able to define the stages individuals may experience in the grieving process (i.e. denial, anger, bargaining, depression, acceptance) as well as exploring other issues related to bereavement such as the process and rituals of mourning, widowhood, the death of a child, etc.
Strand Scope Source
Aging and Death Introduce Elkhorn Public Schools(a) FCS 3.0.3, 5.1.2, FCSNS 6.1.6, 13.1.2
  
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Careers
The learner will be able to identify personal strengths and weaknesses as related to the field of human development; investigate opportunities/careers available in this field, and available curriculum offerings to enhance these interests and abilities.
Strand Scope Source
Careers Reinforce Elkhorn Public Schools(a) FCS 10.0.4, 11.0.4, 12.0.4, FCSNS 7.1.1, 7.1.2, 7.1.3, 7.2.1
  
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