Family and Consumer Sciences education empowers individuals and families across the lifespan to manage the challenges of living and working in a diverse global society. The unique focus is on families, work, and their interrelationships.

Family and Consumer Sciences education has roots in both academic and career/technical education and reaches beyond the educational system into the community as it focuses on the needs of individuals and families.

The Family and Consumer Sciences Department provides opportunities for students to develop skills and to make decisions based on their values, goals, and standards. It is important for students to relate to others through group experiences and to develop self-understanding. This pathway also enables the students to express creativity in everyday living and helps them to prepare for the changes in a world that is ever-changing. The elective courses offered present excellent opportunities for the preparation of everyday living and an introduction to many employment opportunities with and without further education.