ICA LESSON PLAN: AUG. 22~ 26

Monday, August 22, 2011
*Lessons subject to change*
ICA~WHITE DAY
1ST BLOCK
EQ(s):
How can I empower individuals, families, and strengthen my community?Warm Up: Following Directions Activity (GA Peach Pathwys) Handout
Instructional Plan: 1. Student Interest Inventory
2. Mission Statement & Goal Activity ( PPT, index cards & colored contstruction paper)
3. Intro. Activity: Cuisine..after reading brief introduction of cuisine, they will describe their first experience with a new cuisine; by answering a few questions. They will share with the class.4. Video: The meaning of food: students will complete a 3-2-1 handout with the video.
Closing Summarizer: Post it Note: One thing I look forward to learning about in Introduction to Culinary Arts (ICA).

Tuesday, August 23, 2011

ICA~BLUE2ND BLOCK
Warm Up: What is food?

Instructional Plan: 1. Video: The Meaning of Food students will complete a 3-2-1 handout with the video.
2. Bellwork assignment: Culture~ student will read brief bio about culture and describe their favorite holiday traditions and foods and explain what makes them special to them. Students will share with the class.Closing Summarizer: One thing I am looking forward to learning about in Introduction to Culinary Arts.

Wednesday, August 24, 2011
ICA-WHITE DAY1ST BLOCK
Warm Up:

Instructional Plan: 1. Complete the Video: The Meaning of Food and the 3-2-1 handout
2. Bellwork activity: Culture~students will read brief meaning and examaples of culture and describe their favorite holiday traditions and foods and explain what makes them special to them. Will share with the class.
Closing Summarizer: 3-2-1 handout

Thursday, August 25, 2011
ICA~BLUE DAY
2ND BLOCK
Warm Up:
Instructional Plan: 1.Year long assessment (prestest)
2. Communication: Listening & Following Directions Activity (Ga Peach Pathways) students will go through a series of questions and complete an assignment using their listening skills.
Closing Summarizer: Exit Slip: I learned today that....

Friday, August 26, 2011
ICA~WHITE DAY
1ST BLOCK
Warm Up: 
Instructional Plan: 1.Year long assessment (prestest)
2. Communication: Listening & Following Directions Activity (Ga Peach Pathways) students will go through a series of questions and complete an assignment using their listening skills.
Closing Summarizer: Exit Slip: Today I learned that...

Introduction to Culinary Arts [ICA]~August 15-19, 2011

First Day of School:
Essential Question: How can I empower individuals, families, and strengthen my community.
ICA~ Blue Day
2nd Block

Warm Up: Students will list at least two things I know about the ICA class.
Instructional Plan: 1. Town Hall  Meeting: Class Expectations/Rules (sign sheet, room tour, mandatory folder policy) PPT~ Discussion & Questions
2. Class Decription~ Q& A / ICA class description PPT
3. Introduction Activities:
I. Autograph hunt
II. Compare/Contrast: In groups of six each student will list 1 thing that all have in common and1 thing that is different. The leader will give one of each in the class discussion.

Closing Summarizer: List one class expectation/rule on post it note

Tuesday, August 16, 2011
ICA~White Day
1st blockWarm Up: Students will list at least two things I know about the ICA class.
Instructional Plan: 1. Class Expectations/Rules (sign sheet, room tour, mandatory folder policy) PPT~ Discussion & Questions
2. Class Decription~ Q& A/ ICA course description PPT
3. Introduction Activities:
I. Autograph hunt
II. Compare/Contrast: In groups of six each student will list 1 thing that all have in common and1 thing that is different. The leader will give one of each in the class discussion.
III. Student Interest Inventory
Closing Summarizer: List one class expectation/rule on post it note

Wednesday, August 17, 2011
 ICA~Blue Day
2nd Block
Warm Up: List one of the FACS standards and one Class Expectation/Rule (own paper 1/2 paper) Discuss


Instructional Plan: 1. Introduction activity: Grouping using envelope~ students will use other half of paper to identify 4 things in each corner. Students will discuss as a group and share with the class.
2. Beyond Scared Straight video clips (2-2min. clips)
3. Goals & Mission Statement activity PPt, index cards, colored construction paper

Closing Summarizer: Discuss Beyond Scared Straight vs. Goals/Mission statement for life

Thursday, August 18, 2011
  ICA~White Day
1st Block
Warm Up: List one of the FACS/ICA standards and one Class Expectation/Rule (own paper 1/2 paper) Discuss

Instructional Plan:   1. Introduction activity: Grouping using envelope~ students will use other half of paper to identify 4 things in each corner. Students will discuss as a group and share with the class.
2. Beyond Scared Straight video clips (2-2min. clips)
3. Goals & Mission Statement activity PPt, index cards, colored construction paper

Closing Summarizer:  Discuss Beyond Scared Straight vs. Goals/Mission statement for life

Friday, August 19, 2011

 ICA~ Blue Day
2nd Block
Warm Up:  FACS BELLWORK Culture..Student will describe favorite holiday traditions and foods and explain what makes them special to them. Volunteers will share with the class (week 18/day4)

Instructional Plan: 1. Following Directions activity/ discussion about following directions     2. Video: Meaning of food
Closing Summarizer:  Post it note: One thing I looking forward to learning about in Introduction to Culinary Arts.



 

 

FACS Agenda August 15-19, 2011

First Day of School:
Essential Question: How can I empower individuals, families, and strengthen my community.
Monday, August 15, 2011
 FACS~ Blue Day
3rd & 4th block
Warm Up: Students will list at least two things I know about the FACS class.
Instructional Plan:  1. Class Expectations/Rules (sign sheet, room tour, mandatory folder policy) PPT~ Discussion & Questions
       2. Class Decription~ Q& A
3. Introduction Activities:
                                         1. Autograph hunt
                                          2. Compare/Contrast: In groups of six each student will list 1 thing that  all have in common and1 thing that is different. The leader will give one of each in the class discussion.
                         3. Student Interest Inventory
Closing Summarizer:  List one class expectation/rule on post it note

Tuesday, August 16, 2011
 FACS~ White Day
2nd & 4th Block
Warm Up: Students will list at least two things I know about the FACS class.
Instructional Plan:  1. Class Expectations/Rules (sign sheet, room tour, mandatory folder policy) PPT~ Discussion & Questions
       2. Class Decription~ Q& A
3. Introduction Activities:
                                         1. Autograph hunt
                                          2. Compare/Contrast: In groups of six each student will list 1 thing that  all have in common and1 thing that is different. The leader will give one of each in the class discussion.
                                      3. Student Interest Inventory
Closing Summarizer:  List one class expectation/rule on post it note

Wednesday, Augutst 17, 2011
FACS~ Blue Day
3rd & 4th block
Warm Up: List one of the FACS standards and one Class Expectation/Rule (own paper 1/2 paper) Discuss 


Instructional Plan:   1. Introduction activity: Grouping using envelope~ students will use other half of paper to identify 4 things in each corner. Students will discuss as a group and share with the class.
2. Beyond Scared Straight video clips (2-2min. clips)
3. Goals & Mission Statement activity PPt, index cards, colored construction paper

Closing Summarizer:  Discuss Beyond Scared Straight vs. Goals/Mission statement for life

Thursday, August 18, 2011
FACS~White Day
2nd & 4th block

Warm Up: List one of the FACS standards and one Class Expectation/Rule (own paper 1/2 paper) Discuss
Instructional Plan:   1. Introduction activity: Grouping using envelope~ students will use other half of paper to identify 4 things in each corner. Students will discuss as a group and share with the class.
2. Beyond Scared Straight video clips (2-2min. clips)
3. Goals & Mission Statement activity PPt, index cards, colored construction paper

Closing Summarizer:  Discuss Beyond Scared Straight vs. Goals/Mission statement for life

Friday, August 19, 2011
  FACS~ Blue Day
3rd & 4th Block
Warm Up: Bully Situation Cards: Students (groups of two) will write a response and share.Instructional Plan: 1. Following Instructions Activity/Handout: (GA Peach Pathways handout)     2. Video: Pursuit of Happyness~ Students will complete a video commentary. They will write a review for a blog about the video. Students will be provided with a format.
Closing Summarizer:  Post it note: One thing I looking forward to learning about in FACS.



 

Parent Information Guide 2011~2112

Students will be giving a Parent Information Guide from Cobb County School District on Monday, August 15, 2011. Please take some to read this guide; it has some very important information.Such as:
-Testing Overview
-Graduation Requirements
-Medications and Health Care at School
-Code of Conduct for High School Students

INTRODUCTION OF CULINARY ARTS INFORMATION:

Please take a few minutes to read the following information:

Dear Parents/Guardians:

Welcome back to a new school year! It is my pleasure to have your son/daughter in my Introduction to Culinary Arts class.  I anticipate a very busy and productive school year.

Please take a few minutes to review the attached course syllabus and classroom rules/expectations with your son/daughter.

I look forward to working with you and your child this school year. Remember that I am readily available to assist your child. If there are any concerns or questions, please feel free to contact me before or after school or through email. 

Respectfully yours,

Althea Cofer

 _________________________________________________________________________________________

 Ms. Cofer's Rules & Expectations 2011~2012

1. Be seated, quiet and ready to learn when the tardy bell rings. Tardiness is unacceptable!!

2. Excessive talking and disruptions will lead to a consequence. Student Handbook pg. 27

3. Come to class prepared with pencil, pen, notebook paper, and 3-prong folder/binder.

4. Respect yourself, your classmates and your teacher. Disrespect is unacceptable.

5. Please remain in your assigned seat unless given permission to move.

6. Cell phones, IPods or any electronic devices are NOT PERMITTED during class time. (Please see student handbook pg.26-27)

7.  There will be no sleeping or head on desk during class time.

8. Participate in class discussions and complete all assignments for the day.

9. Profanity is not an acceptable language!! (Refer back to #4) Student Handbook p.31

10.  Your teacher will dismiss class rather than the bell. NO lining up at the door.

11. Food and drinks are not permitted in class!! No eating or drinking in class!! Refrigerators are NOT for student use!!        (No acceptations)

12.  Bullying of any kind or name calling is not permitted!! (Please see student handbook)

* Due to the nature of this class, all students are expected to act appropriately at all times*

______________________________________________________________________________________

Introduction to Culinary Arts Syllabus

Instructor: Ms. A. Cofer

                                      Blog: msacoferfamilyconsumersciences.blogspot.com

Email: althea.cofer@cobbk12.org

Course Description: Introduction to Culinary Arts is a course designed to introduce students to fundamental food preparation terms, concepts in Culinary Arts. Laboratory practice will parallel class work. Fundamental techniques skills and terminology are covered and mastered with an emphasis on basic kitchen and dining room safety, sanitation, equipment maintenance and operation procedures. Course also provides an overview of the professionalism in the culinary industry and career opportunities leading into a career pathway to Culinary Arts.

Course Length: Year long, 90 minute block

Textbook(s): ProStart~ Becoming a Foodservice Professional, NRA

                     Introduction to Culinary, CIA

                     Culinary Essentials, NRA

Mandatory Classroom Supplies: 3~prong folder/binder, notebook paper, pen or pencil

Instructional Philosophy:

o   Students will demonstrate an understanding of conscientious behavior and acceptable work ethics.

o   Students will collaborate, communicate and work with other students.

o   Students will recognize careers and job skills associated with the food and nutrition industry.

Attendance requirements/Absences: Students are required to attend class every day.

  Students who are absent will be permitted to make up work according to the make-up POLICY in the STUDENT HANDBOOK [PG. 15]. Work completed in OSS or ISS is due upon returning to class (no excuses).

Tardy policy: Students should be seated at the sound of the bell. Students entering class after the bell without an excused pass ARE considered tardy. The tardy policy is listed in the student handbook pg. 15-16.

Grading Scale:

Class work                                     25%

Unit Tests                                        20%

Project(s)/Cooking Labs           30%

Midterm                                           5%

Final                       20% (10% performance exam)

                                         (10% written exam)

____________________________________________________________

     Total                                          100%

Ø  This teacher does not GIVE grades; the student EARNS his/her grade. Students and parents can view academic progress through pinnacle. Pinnacle information is in the student handbook pg. 9.

 

Family & Consumer Sciences Information

Please take a few minutes and read this information:

Dear Parents/Guardians:

Welcome back to a new school year! It is my pleasure to have your son/daughter in my Family & Consumer Sciences Pathways class. I anticipate a very busy and productive school year.

Please take a few minutes to review the attached course syllabus and classroom rules/expectations with your son/daughter.

I look forward to working with you and your child this school year. Remember that I am readily available to assist your child. If there are any concerns or questions, please feel free to contact me before or after school or through email.

Respectfully yours,

Althea Cofer

______________________________________________________________________________________________

Ms. Cofer's Rules/Expectations~ 2011-2012

 They will be discussed in class.

1. Be seated, quiet and ready to learn when the tardy bell rings. Tardiness is unacceptable!!

2. Excessive talking and disruptions will lead to a consequence. Student handbook pg.27

3. Come to class prepared with pencil, pen, notebook paper, and 3-prong folder/binder.

4. Respect yourself, your classmates and your teacher. Disrespect is unacceptable.

5. Please remain in your assigned seat unless given permission to move.

6. Cell phones, IPods or any electronic devices are NOT PERMITTED during class time. (Please see student handbook pg. 26)

7.  There will be no sleeping or head on desk during class time.

8. Participate in class discussions and complete all assignments for the day.

9. Profanity is not an acceptable language!! (Refer back to #4) Student handbook pg.31

10.  Your teacher will dismiss class rather than the bell. NO lining up at the door.

11. Food and drinks are not permitted in class!! No eating or drinking in class!! Refrigerators are NOT for student use!!        (No acceptations)

12.  Bullying of any kind or name calling is not permitted!! (Please see student handbook)

* Due to the nature of this class, all students are expected to act appropriately in at all times*

______________________________________________________________________________________________

Family & Consumer Sciences Syllabus

Instructor:   Ms. A. Cofer~ Pebblebrook High School

                    Phone: 770~819~2521 (leave a message)

                    Email: althea.cofer@cobbk12.org

                       * To ensure proper contact, please make sure this address is

                          entered into your work or home email address book*

Blog: msacoferfamilyconsumersciences.blogspot.com

Course Description: The goal of Exploring FCS Pathway Essentials is to provide all students with an introduction to the Family and Consumer Sciences Career Pathways. The FCS career pathways are:

     ∞ Culinary Arts                                       ∞ Nutrition and Food Science

     ∞ Interior Design                                    ∞ Fashion

      ∞ Consumer Services                           ∞ Family, Community, and Global Leadership

     ∞ Early Childhood Education

Students will acquire fundamental knowledge and skills necessary for success in any of the career pathways. Exposure to career possibilities in each area will allow students to successfully integrate their own interests into a career plan.

Course Length: 2~semesters, 90~minute block daily

Textbook:  Parnell, F.B. (2006). Skills for Personal & Family Living. ** Textbooks and workbooks will remain in the classroom each day.

Mandatory classroom supplies:    3~prong folder/binder, notebook paper, pen or pencil

Instructional philosophy:

v  Students will demonstrate an understanding of conscientious behavior and acceptable work ethics.

v  Students will collaborate, communicate, and work with other students.

Attendance requirements/Absences: Students are required to attend class every day.

                     Students who are absent will be permitted to make up work according to

                     the make up policy in the STUDENT HANDBOOK pg.15.  Work completed in ISS  

                    or OSS is due immediately upon returning to class (no excuses).

Tardy policy:  Students should be seated at the sound of the bell. Students entering class after the bell without an excused pass are considered tardy. The school tardy policy is listed in the student handbook pgs. 15-16.

Grading Scale:

Class work                                     25%

Unit Tests                                        20%

Project(s)/Cooking Labs              30%

Midterm                                           5%

Final                                  20% (10% performance exam)

                                                    (10% written exam)

_____________________________ _______________________________

     Total                                          100%

Ø  This teacher does not GIVE grades; the student EARNS his/her grade. Students and parents can view academic progress through pinnacle. Pinnacle information is in the student handbook pg. 9.

WELCOME BACK!!

"If a man neglects education, he walks lame to the end of his life." Plato