May 2, 2024 at 6:00 PM - Board of Education Curriculum, Assessment & Professional Practice Committee Meeting

Summary of the Briefing:

• We are bringing forward a new Food Safety Course and Curriculum for approval. 

• This Food Safety semester course will examine the prevention of foodborne illness, and sanitary procedures for the preparation and service of food to the public. The class will also cover proper food handling procedures in receiving, storage, and preparation.

• Students in Grades 11 or 12 who have taken Culinary I can enroll in this course, as it extends our Culinary pathway.

• We are working toward receiving NVCC dual enrollment credit. 

• This course prepares students to take the ServeSafe test for certification.

Summary of the Briefing:

• We are bringing forward the Personal Finance Curriculum for approval.

• Students study important aspects of managing their personal finances. They also learn how to draft financial smart goals, create a budget, manage credit responsibly, and save for the future.

• This semester course is a requirement for graduation. Students in either grades 10-12 enroll in the class.

• We reviewed and used portions of the CSDE model curriculum to support our work here in Bethel. 

Summary of the Briefing:

• We are bringing forward the Child Development II Curriculum for approval.

• The curriculum includes family planning, prenatal health, infant care, parenting styles, and the family life cycle. 

• It is recommended for students in the Education Pathway or students interested in a career based in psychology, counseling or the health field.

• Students in grades 10-12 who have completed Child Development I can enroll in this course.

Summary of the Briefing:

• We are bringing forward Fashion I, a new course and curriculum, for approval.

• Students learn basic machine and hand sewing skills, construction techniques, fashion theory, elements and principles of design, merchandising, and pattern design.

• Students in grades 9-12 can enroll in this course.