General Information
The Work and Family Studies program prepares students for family life, work life, and careers in the field by providing opportunities to develop the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and behaviors needed for:
- Strengthening the well-being of individuals and families across the life span
- Becoming responsible citizens and leaders in family, community, and work settings
- Promoting optimal nutrition and wellness across the life span
- Managing resources to meet the material needs of individuals and families
- Balancing personal, home, family, and work lives
- Using critical and creative thinking skills to address problems in diverse families, communities, and work environments
- Exemplifying successful life management, employment, and career development
- Functioning effectively as providers and consumers of goods and services
Work and Family Studies courses offered in Virginia Beach high schools are:
Introduction to Hospitality and Catering Services *
Introduction to Child Care Occupations
Introduction to Design
Introduction to Design II *
Introduction to Culinary Occupations I
Introduction to Culinary Occupations II
Parenting and Child Development
Resource Management for Independent Living
Virginia Teachers for Tomorrow
Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA)
The activities stressed in the youth organizations are an integral part of the Work and Family Studies curriculum. Students participate in FCCLA in each course to develop leadership and teamwork skills. Students have an opportunity to build career skills and to participate in regional, state, and national competitive events.
* Students enrolled in these courses may opt to participate in Cooperative Education (CO-OP).