May 4th-National Family & Consumer Sciences Educator Day.
Want to explore a career where you WOULD DEFINATELY GET A JOB? There is a great need for FACS teachers and FCCLA Advisers!
FACS teachers are the best! Great classroom teachers, interesting content, nurturing students in ife and
Following the theme, “Making a Difference Through Family and Consumer Sciences,” the celebration showcases the value and importance of family and consumer sciences education and its educators. “National Family & Consumer Sciences Educator Day is one way to pay tribute to the positive impact that family and consumer sciences educators have on individuals, families, and communities every day, while encouraging individuals to pursue a career in FCS education,” In secondary education alone, more than 27,000 family and consumer sciences educators are teaching more than 3 million students personal development and career preparation skills in critical areas, such as nutrition and wellness, healthy food preparation, child and family development, environmental design, consumer decision making, and personal finance.
Powerfully FACS teachers and professionals use the lens of the family & consumer sciences body of knowledge to view professional challenges and issues from an ethic of care. This unique perspective gives FACS the voice for individuals, families and communities. Go to link to find out more about the FCS-BOK and its unique ethical perspective that distinguishes careers in FACS.